Shaun O'Day of Ireland

"Shaun O'Day of Ireland" by Madeline Brandeis is an early twentieth century children's story about a young Irish boy named Shaun O'Day and his enchanting Connemara life as navigates the challenges of childhood while experiencing old Irish folklore. It's a tale packed with adventure that focuses on identity, and having big dreams. We meet Shaun, who wears a red petticoat as protection from troublesome leprechauns. He longs to escape his stepmother and dreams of marrying his childhood friend Eileen. One day, Shaun decides to find the leprechauns, which makes the readers feel as if they are on a journey. As Shaun's adventures grow, he finds himself in America, working for a shoemaker, becoming friends with a young girl named Marjorie, and accepting his heritage and the magic around him. The book celebrates friendship and the Irish spirit through the bravery of young Shaun O'Day.