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The Silver Stag of Bunratty
Author(s): Eithne Massey (Author)
- Publisher: O'Brien Press Ltd
- Publication Date: 9 May 2011
- Language: English
- Print length: 240 pages
- ISBN-10: 1847172067
- ISBN-13: 9781847172068
Book Description
Richard De Clare, Lord of Bunratty, wants the head of the Silver Stag on his castle walls. Four children are determined that this will not happen, for the stag is a magical creature. The mysterious lady in the tower, Dame Anna, has told Tuan, Cliar, Maude and Matthieu that despite their differences they must work together to save the stag.
But they are living in an Ireland full of war and danger and saving the stag is only the beginning of their adventures. Soon they themselves become the hunted ones. With the life of Tuan in danger, they must make their escape from Bunratty, row across the stormy waters of the Shannon and brave the dangers of the wild men of the woods. Tuan wants to return to his clan, Maude and Matthieu are seeking their lost father and Cliar is looking for the home she never knew.
Who knows where their journey will lead them?
Editorial Reviews
Review
‘elements of the Famous Five and Secret Seven’
— Ed Meyers, Clare FM
‘history meets magic … Massey cleverly mixes historical fact, legend and her own imagination to weave a story.’
— Books Ireland
‘…an enjoyable mix of fact, fiction and fantasy … Pupils…will enjoy this story that Eithne Massey has blended from the geography, history and folklore of that beautiful area around Bunratty … another useful means of exploring Irish history through
— In Touch
‘Massey is an accomplished storyteller … The language is descriptive with more than the occasional nod to maximising the educational experience of the reader. The impulse to inform is rarely resisted and this gives a worthy flavour to the book. The stor
— Inis
‘Mystery, magic, and tension abound. The stylish language and historical detail make this a must-read for children who enjoy learning about the past.’
— Book Fest
‘a gripping blend of historical fact and fiction’
— Evening Echo
‘evocative’
— historicalnovelsociety.org
About the Author
Eithne Massey has had a lifelong attachment to the legends and traditions of her native Ireland. Her best-selling books of Irish myths and legends for children include what is fast becoming a classic picture book, Best-Loved Irish Legends, and of a number of novels for young readers, among them the award-winning Blood Brother, Swan Sister, with its backdrop of the Battle of Clontarf, and the skilful story of the man behind the rebel leader in Michael Collins: Hero and Rebel. Her other books include Legendary Ireland: Myths and Legends of Ireland and The Turning of the Year.
