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'Captivating, notable, brilliant, thought-provoking' A New Yorker Best Book of 2025 'A vigorous and engaging new study of the Irish famine . . . Richly underpinned by research in contemporary sources and firmly rooted in historical scholarship.' Fintan O'Toole 'Comprehensive, elegantly written...

10 Märchen von Meerjungfrauen aus aller Welt – Zauberhafte Geschichten aus der Tiefe des Meeres. Was verbirgt sich wirklich am Grund des Ozeans? Eine magische Welt voller Träume und Wünsche? Alles begann mit einer kleinen Meerjungfrau, die ihre Stimme verkaufte, um ihren Fischschwanz gegen ein Paar Beine einzutauschen. Seitdem ziehen die Geschichten rund um die mysteriösen Wasserwesen Groß und Klein in ihren Bann und überraschen dabei immer wieder mit etwas Neuem.

In this captivating 1926 Newbery Honor Book, Pádraic Colum weaves together a tapestry of lesser-known folklore tales of exploration across the Atlantic Ocean and into the heart of the American continent. By blending historical accounts with imaginative storytelling, he transports readers to the vibrant gathering of Prince Henry of Portugals astronomers and explorers at the edge of Europe. The result is a delightful journey that is as entertaining as it is enlightening. (Summary by Lynette Caulkins)

A 45 minute, or less, podcast where I use your suggestions to tell a 30 minute story! Just me, an idea, and you having a story. Good for kids, adults, and everyone in between. There will be fantasy stories based on D&D sessions I've had. Sci-Fi stories of battles in space or exploration. Scary stories, superhero stories, adventure stories, all started and finished in 30 minutes. Started because I've been told I tell great stories! And because I've been told people like my voice and should do a podcast. You can send me story ideas to my email: dadtellmeastory@gmail.com. I can't wait to be able ...

A 45 minute, or less, podcast where I use your suggestions to tell a 30 minute story! Just me, an idea, and you having a story. Good for kids, adults, and everyone in between. There will be fantasy stories based on D&D sessions I've had. Sci-Fi stories of battles in space or exploration. Scary stories, superhero stories, adventure stories, all started and finished in 30 minutes. Started because I've been told I tell great stories! And because I've been told people like my voice and should do a podcast. You can send me story ideas to my email: dadtellmeastory@gmail.com. I can't wait to be able ...

Discover the captivating world of ancient Greece through Padraic Colums enchanting retelling of Homers epic tales, known as The Childrens Homer. This beautifully crafted narrative invites young readers to join Odysseus, the valiant King of Ithaca, as he battles in the Trojan War and embarks on a decade-long journey back to his beloved wife Penelope and their son Telemachus. With rich, vivid prose, Colum brings to life the trials and triumphs of this legendary hero. (Summary by Elizabeth Klett)

Today the United States, and the world, appear more divided than ever before. Are we condemned to factionalism, alienation, and ultimately democratic and global collapse? It's easy to be a critic, hard to be a good critic, and harder still to take an informed stand on the great issues of the day. In Citizens' History, we pursue a better understanding of the common good, expose assumptions masquerading as self-evident truths, and ask how the academy can better serve society. We explore the contested meanings of the core concepts of our country and world today: truth, freedom, democracy, ...

In this retelling of the Odyssey, Padraic Colum introduces young readers to Odysseus, the Greek hero of the Trojan War who has been away from his home and his family for twenty years. The Adventures of Odysseus & The Tale of Troy has all the essentials of Homer’s epic: the son, Telemachus, searching for news about his father; the faithful wife, Penelope, refusing to marry again despite a throng of suitors; and Odysseus himself, struggling against monsters.

This is a lovely collection of children's tales collected and interpreted by Padraic Colum which he first published in 1916. It is very much like a continuous poem using some brilliant characters from many a traditional tale told around the hearth.

Host Padraic Grennan gets up close and personal with legal and business professionals about starting out, their entrepreneurial journey, and where they're headed.

COACHING CHAT FOR THE MODERN COACH!! My name is Padraic Colhoun and I started this podcast because i love coaching. Simple as.

The Children of Odin: Booktrack Edition is enhanced with a musical soundtrack from Booktrack for an immersive listening experience! Before time as we know it began, gods and goddesses lived in the city of Asgard. Odin All Father crossed the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard. Thor defended Asgard with his mighty hammer. Mischievous Loki was constantly getting into trouble with the other gods, and dragons and giants walked free.

Before time as we know it began, gods and goddesses lived in the city of Asgard. Odin All Father crossed the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard. Thor defended Asgard with his mighty hammer. Mischievous Loki was constantly getting into trouble with the other gods, and dragons and giants walked free. This collection of Norse sagas retold by author Padraic Colum gives us a sense of that magical time when the world was filled with powers and wonders we can hardly imagine.

Jason is born the son of King Aeson. His destiny is to rule Iolcus, the land that his father's brother, King Pelias, has taken from him. When Jason comes of age, he returns to Iolcus. But the king is not yet willing to give up his throne. So he cunningly persuades Jason to accept a dare to bring back the famous Golden Fleece of Colchis. Jason accepts the challenge, unaware that he is being conned into a dangerous and perhaps fatal journey far, far from the land he loves.

This reissue of the 1919 classic combines the immortal stories from Homer's Iliad and Odyssey into one glorious saga of heroism and magical adventure. Beloved by generations, Padraic Colum's masterful retelling of these epic adventures is remarkably fresh, consistently spellbinding, and unmatched for its richness and poetry.

This Irish version of the Cinderella story is a classic fairy tale as you have never heard it before. Master storyteller and folklorist Padraic Colum creates a completely unique world of enchanted woods, marauding giants, gossiping geese, and a supernatural cloak made of crow feathers. Through her many adventures, Maid-Alone, Colum's heroine, remains steadfast in her quiet strength and wisdom. Listeners of all ages will enjoy this magical retelling of a familiar legend.

Celebrated Irish author Padraic Colum dazzled audiences with his retellings of old Gaelic myths. In The King of Ireland's Son, he imbues seven favorite tales from the Emerald Isle with sly humor, whimsy, and imagination.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. Carefully reproduced from the original artifact, this inspirational audiobook remains true to the original ancient Viking era texts.

Before time as we know it began, gods and goddesses lived in the city of Asgard. Odin All Father crossed the Rainbow Bridge to walk among men in Midgard. Thor defended Asgard with his mighty hammer. Mischievous Loki was constantly getting into trouble with the other gods, and dragons and giants walked free. This collection of Norse sagas retold by author Padraic Colum gives us a sense of that magical time when the world was filled with powers and wonders we can hardly imagine.

Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Norse mythology with master storyteller Padraic Colum. His captivating voice brings to life the timeless sagas of gods and goddesses who once roamed the Northern paradise of Asgard. Discover the extraordinary tales of All-Father Odin, who sacrifices his right eye to gain the wisdom of the ancients, and Thor, the mighty protector of Asgard wielding his legendary hammer. Experience the cunning of Loki, the trickster whose antics lead to chaos among the divine, and encounter giants, dragons, dwarfs, and Valkyries in a realm where magic and heroism ...