By the Barrow River, and Other Stories

By Edmund Leamy

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

In a land steeped in legend, a soldier's visions of mythical beings and impending war threaten to unravel the fate of those he is sworn to protect.

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Culture/Civilization/Society Literature Fiction

Released

2013-04-17

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Summary

"By the Barrow River, and Other Stories" by Edmund Leamy is a compilation of short stories from the early 1900s that dives into Irish folklore and chronicles. These tales skillfully blend fantasy with real emotions like love, loss, and being saved. You'll meet mythical creatures and witness how characters deal with the ups and downs of their Irish background. The collection starts with "By the Barrow River," immediately setting a serious mood through Cathal, who is a soldier experiencing powerful visions. One of these visions is about a woman of the Sidhe holding a sword which means war and destruction are coming. Cathal tries to understand his insights, the destiny of the Lady Edain, and the dangers around them. This story mixes magical elements with intense feelings, preparing everyone to see how mythology and human emotion can mesh.