A Pot O' Gold: A Treasury of Irish Stories, Poetry, Folklore, and (of Course) Blarney

By Kathleen Krull

Book Overview

Hough it May only be a small emerald isle in the middle of the sea, Ireland's heritage is very large indeed. Its rich history of literature and lore has inspired imaginations for hundreds of years. In A Pot O'Gold, noted writer Kathleen Krull and beloved illustrator David McPhail bring this legacy to life. Created for families, this anthology compiles classic and rare examples of Irish culture, including stories, poems, songs, recipes, and even a little blarney. From legends of leprechauns and fairies to the classic poetry of Yeats and Joyce, the treasures herein invite children and parents, brothers and sisters -- even grandparents and grandchildren -- to share the wonders of Ireland. Kathleen Krull's grandmother emigrated from county Kerry in Ireland, her grandfather from county Roscommon. She grew up near Chicago, now lives in San Diego, and enjoys visiting Ireland to meet relatives Book jacket.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0786806257
• ISBN13: 9780786806256
• Release Date: February 2004
• Publisher: Hyperion Books for Children
• Length: 181 Pages
• Weight: 1.97 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 8.5" x 10.3"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5

Customer Reviews

Go for the gold!

This compilation of Irish verse, stories and lore is a treasure. Not only has Krull done an exemplary job in putting it together, it is well illustrated (yeah, I'm a sucker for McPhail's work).