Johnson, Daisy
Hag: Forgotten Folktales Retold
- ISBN 13:
- 9780349013596
- author:
- Johnson, Daisy
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Virago Press Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 304
- Dimensions:
- 21.8 x 13.8 x 3.4 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Anthologies, Fiction & Literature,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Engaging modern fables with a feminist edge, Hag Forgotten Folktales Retold brings to life the untold stories of our islands in vivid voices.
From the wilds of Scotland and Cornwall to the Fens, these forgotten folktales are reimagined by some of Britain and Ireland's most exciting women writers, capturing the darkness, potency, and uncanny essence of our folklore.
With sharp writing and clever reinterpretation, this collection will appeal to readers looking for fresh perspectives on traditional tales, offering a unique blend of wild storytelling and modern sensibility.
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