Glorious Goddesses
Published on 29. February 2024
Book
Paperback/Softback
40 pages
978-1-80097-003-8 (ISBN)
Description
A beautifully illustrated children's book celebrating nine Irish goddesses. The goddesses depict a diverse range of ages, shapes and sizes, each with incredible stories: Aine, Aisling, Boann, Brigid, Danu, Eriu, Grainne, the Cailleach and the Morrigan. Written in an accessible style with fascinating facts and amusing tales, this book will appeal to a wide range of readers. It can be pitched in the industry as a gift book/tourist book and as an educational resource. Paula McGloin's captivating illustrations highlight the goddesses' diversity as well as emphasising their ingenuity, power and magnificence.
Reviews / Votes
'An enchanting and delightful read, Glorious Goddesses of Ancient Ireland showcases the most magnificent artwork alongside fascinating tales.' TARSILA KRUESE, award-winning children's book illustrator; 'Glorious Goddesses of Ancient Ireland celebrates the incredible stories of Irish goddesses from Aine to the Morrigan. With striking illustrations and fascinating text, this important book is one to treasure.' DONAL LOGUE, actor, writer and producer. ;'If you're looking for an introduction to Irish goddesses for children (or adults), this strikingly illustrated book is perfect. It includes some wellknown goddesses such as Brigid and Grainne and also lesser-known ones like Boann and Danu.' SARAH WEBB, writer and children's book reviewerMore details
Language
English
Place of publication
Dublin
Ireland
Target group
Interest Age: From 0 to 11 years
Dimensions
Height: 176 mm
Width: 250 mm
ISBN-13
978-1-80097-003-8 (9781800970038)
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Karen Ward PhD, lives in Dublin city with her husband and loves to feed the birds in their little garden. As a psychotherapist, she helps people with their mental health and teaches others to do the same. Karen was the holistic presenter on RTE television's Health Squad for many years as well as BBC's Last Resort. Glorious Goddesses is her first children's book. Her other titles include Change a Little to Change a Lot (2009) and The Secrets of Ageless Ageing (Beehive Books, 2022). She thinks Irish goddesses are amazing! Paula McGloin is an Irish illustrator known for her vibrant illustrations inspired by wildlife, folklore and storytelling. She has won awards for her illustrated books and creative work for animation. She has illustrated four books including Adventures in Philosophy by Brendan O'Donohue and All Through the Night edited by Marie Heaney. She lives in West Cork with her husband Michael and a cat called Gatchino.