Step into a world where giants stride across emerald hills, warriors clash beneath storm-dark skies, and ancient legends come alive with thunder and flame. In Hero-Tales of Ireland, folklorist Jeremiah Curtin brings to life the epic myths and heroic sagas of old Ireland-tales brimming with bravery, magic, cunning, and heart.
From fierce battles and noble quests to enchanted lands and otherworldly encounters, these stories pulse with the spirit of a people shaped by struggle and song. With lyrical language and larger-than-life characters, this collection is a thrilling portal to a mythic past where heroes dared everything, and fate waited in the shadows.
Perfect for fans of Celtic mythology, timeless folklore, and high-stakes adventure, Hero-Tales of Ireland is an unforgettable journey into the soul of a land and the legends that shaped it.

Portrait

Jeremiah Curtin (1835-1906) was a pioneering American folklorist, linguist, and world traveler with a deep passion for capturing the vanishing voices of ancient cultures. Born to Irish immigrant parents in Wisconsin, Curtin grew up with a fierce connection to the storytelling traditions of his ancestors-a connection that would shape his life's work.Fluent in more than a dozen languages, Curtin journeyed across Ireland in the late 19th century, collecting oral tales directly from native Irish speakers-farmers, fishermen, and storytellers who had inherited legends passed down for generations. Unlike many of his contemporaries, Curtin didn't just transcribe stories-he honored their rhythm, their mystery, and their raw power.Hero-Tales of Ireland is the vivid result of that work: a collection of ancient Irish myths retold with both scholarly respect and narrative flair. Through his efforts, Curtin preserved a priceless piece of Ireland's mythic soul and brought the courage, magic, and wit of Irish heroes to readers around the world.