Don, Lari
The Tall Tale of the Giant's Causeway: Finn McCool, Benandonner and the road between Ireland and Scotland (Picture Kelpies: Traditional Scottish Tales)
- ISBN 13:
- 9781782508151
- author:
- Don, Lari
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Floris Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 32
- Dimensions:
- 23 x 26.6 centimetres (0.22 kg)
- Genre:
- Children's, Fiction, Fairy Tales & Folklore,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Finn McCool and Benandonner, two giants from Ireland and Scotland, couldn't agree on who was the best giant of all. Their argument escalated until they decided to settle their feud with a fight. But to meet, they needed to build a causeway across the water. This charming tale, inspired by Celtic folklore, tells the story of how the rivalry between these two giants led to the creation of the famous Giant's Causeway. As they worked on the causeway, Finn McCool's wife Oona offered wise advice, but the boastful giants were too proud to listen. In the end, it was their foolishness that led to the creation of a natural wonder that still fascinates people today. The story is beautifully illustrated, bringing the legendary giants to life. This tale of rivalry and foolishness is a fun and engaging way to learn about the origins of the Giant's Causeway, a famous landmark in Northern Ireland.