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The Golden Spears (Annotated)

Edmund Leamy

Publisher: ePembaBooks

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This edition includes the following editor's analysis: Irish literature, a great literary harvest from the 18th to the 20th century.


Originally published in 1911, “The Golden Spears” is a collection of tales by Irish author Edmund Leamy. Aimed primarily at children, the book contains seven fairy tales from Irish folklore including The Golden Spears; The House in the Lake; The Enchanted Cave; The Huntsman's Son; The Fairy Tree of Dooros; The Little White Cat; and, Princess Finola and the Dwarf.

As well as an author, Edmund Leamy also served as a member of Parliament in the House of Commons as a member of the Irish Parliamentary Party. His books have been reprinted several times since their initial publications.
Available since: 03/08/2022.

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