https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fairy-and-folk-tales-of-the-irish-peasantry--7042095enBooksCopyright Detective Fiction Genrehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/4e3ac9aad93aa907bd194ca57a995ffc.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fairy-and-folk-tales-of-the-irish-peasantry--7042095Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:27:41 +0000William Butler YeatsDetective Fiction Genrespreaker48@podcastlibrary.orgThis is a collection of Fairy and Folk tales. The poet William Butler Yeats collected them from around the Western part of Ireland and translated them near the end of the 1800s. - Summary by Michele Eatonfalsec5ac19e2-83a6-57a9-9b89-fd3d7683d823episodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prose-edda-brodeur-translation-snorri-sturleson--75038139https://api.spreaker.com/episode/75038139Sat, 12 Sep 2026 09:03:19 +0000William Butler YeatsThe "Prose Edda," translated by Brodeur, is a foundational text of Norse mythology and literature, attributed to the Icelandic scholar Snorri Sturluson. This work serves as a vital source for understanding the rich tapestry of Norse gods, heroes, and...22860falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/zauberlinda-the-wise-witch-eva-katherine-gibson--74482921https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74482921Mon, 24 Aug 2026 09:07:22 +0000William Butler Yeats"Zauberlinda, the Wise Witch" by Eva Katherine Gibson invites listeners into a world where wisdom and magic intertwine. This enchanting tale explores the life of Zauberlinda, a character whose insights and powers resonate deeply with the human...9046falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/folk-lore-and-legends-scandinavian-charles-john-tibbits--74432680https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74432680Sun, 23 Aug 2026 09:06:57 +0000William Butler Yeats"Folk-Lore and Legends Scandinavian" by Charles John Tibbits invites listeners into the rich tapestry of Scandinavian folklore, exploring the enchanting tales and legends that have shaped the cultural landscape of the region. This collection showcases...18314falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/west-african-folk-tales-william-h-barker--74370834https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74370834Sat, 22 Aug 2026 09:06:26 +0000William Butler Yeats"West African Folk Tales" by William H. Barker is a captivating collection that brings to life the rich storytelling traditions of West Africa. These tales, steeped in cultural significance, explore timeless themes of morality, community, and the...9372falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drama-of-exile-elizabeth-barrett-browning--74297583https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74297583Fri, 21 Aug 2026 09:07:48 +0000William Butler Yeats"Drama of Exile" by Elizabeth Barrett Browning explores themes of longing, identity, and the complexities of the human spirit. Browning's poignant reflections on the nature of exile resonate deeply with anyone who has ever felt disconnected from their...7381falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homeward-songs-by-the-way-george-william-russell--74185267https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74185267Thu, 20 Aug 2026 09:08:02 +0000William Butler Yeats"Homeward Songs by the Way" by George William Russell is a poignant collection that captures the essence of Irish life, weaving together themes of nostalgia, nature, and the deep connection to the homeland. Russell's lyrical prose resonates with a...3573falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-2-1844-to-1847-hans-christian-andersen--74121141https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74121141Wed, 19 Aug 2026 09:07:43 +0000William Butler Yeats"Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847" showcases a rich collection of Andersen's enchanting tales, highlighting his unique storytelling style and imaginative worlds. These timeless stories continue to resonate...22621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/american-indian-fairy-tales-william-trowbridge-larned-henry-r-schoolcraft--74075019https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74075019Tue, 18 Aug 2026 09:08:00 +0000William Butler Yeats"American Indian Fairy Tales" by William Trowbridge Larned and Henry R. Schoolcraft presents a captivating collection of stories that reflect the rich tapestry of Native American culture and folklore. These tales weave together themes of nature,...10153falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/gawayne-and-the-green-knight-lewis-translation-the-gawain-poet--74020455https://api.spreaker.com/episode/74020455Mon, 17 Aug 2026 09:08:07 +0000William Butler Yeats"Gawayne and the Green Knight," translated by Lewis, is a timeless tale from the Gawain Poet that explores themes of chivalry, honor, and the complex nature of human morality. The story follows Sir Gawayne as he confronts the mysterious Green Knight...5526falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/idylls-of-the-king-alfred-lord-tennyson--73964498https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73964498Sun, 16 Aug 2026 09:07:03 +0000William Butler Yeats"Idylls of the King" by Alfred, Lord Tennyson is a poetic retelling of the legendary tales surrounding King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table. This collection captures the essence of chivalry, honor, and the quest for a noble ideal, themes...33635falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tales-of-1927-a-selection-of-folktales-fables-and-legends-from-books-published-in-1927-various--73906350https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73906350Sat, 15 Aug 2026 09:08:40 +0000William Butler Yeats"Tales of 1927" is a captivating collection that showcases a selection of folktales, fables, and legends drawn from various books published in that memorable year. This anthology invites listeners to explore timeless narratives that reflect the rich...9511falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cobwebs-from-an-empty-skull-ambrose-bierce--73793079https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73793079Wed, 12 Aug 2026 09:04:48 +0000William Butler Yeats"Cobwebs from an Empty Skull" by Ambrose Bierce offers a thought-provoking exploration of the human condition, infused with sharp wit and a critical eye on society. This collection of essays and reflections invites listeners to ponder the absurdities...21841falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/edmund-dulac-s-fairy-tale-book-edmund-dulac--73756456https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73756456Tue, 11 Aug 2026 09:05:03 +0000William Butler YeatsEdmund Dulac's Fairy Tale Book is a captivating collection that showcases the enchanting world of fairy tales through the exquisite illustrations and storytelling of Edmund Dulac. This beautifully crafted volume invites listeners into a realm where...22493falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/king-of-the-snakes-and-other-folklore-stories-from-uganda-rosetta-baskerville--73725417https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73725417Mon, 10 Aug 2026 09:05:11 +0000William Butler Yeats"King of the Snakes and Other Folklore Stories from Uganda" by Rosetta Baskerville invites listeners into a rich tapestry of Ugandan folklore, where ancient tales intertwine with cultural wisdom. This collection showcases the enduring power of...8807falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hans-christian-andersen-fairytales-and-short-stories-volume-2-1844-to-1847-hans-christian-andersen--73701792https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73701792Sun, 09 Aug 2026 09:05:29 +0000William Butler Yeats"Hans Christian Andersen Fairytales and Short Stories Volume 2, 1844 to 1847" continues the enchanting journey through Andersen's imaginative world, showcasing his unique ability to weave profound themes of love, loss, and transformation into...22621falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/elder-eddas-of-saemund-sigfusson-and-the-younger-eddas-of-snorre-sturleson-saemund-sigfusson-snorri-sturleson--73678439https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73678439Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:28:03 +0000William Butler Yeats"Elder Eddas of Saemund Sigfusson; and the Younger Eddas of Snorre Sturleson-Sæmund Sigfusson, Snorri Sturleson" presents a rich tapestry of Norse mythology and heroic poetry, capturing the essence of ancient Scandinavian culture. These texts offer...33296falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/collected-poems-of-rupert-brooke-rupert-brooke--73652886https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73652886Sat, 08 Aug 2026 05:57:25 +0000William Butler YeatsThe "Collected Poems of Rupert Brooke" showcases the profound and evocative verses of one of the early 20th century's most celebrated poets. Brooke's work captures the essence of beauty, youth, and the poignant themes of love and loss, resonating...12995falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-tales-for-white-children-chauncey-hugh-stigand-nancy-stigand--73622314https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73622314Fri, 07 Aug 2026 15:28:56 +0000William Butler Yeats"Black Tales for White Children" by Chauncey Hugh Stigand and Nancy Stigand offers a unique collection of narratives that explore themes of race, culture, and identity through the lens of folklore. This thought-provoking work invites listeners to...11992falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legends-of-saints-and-sinners-douglas-hyde--73298013https://api.spreaker.com/episode/73298013Sat, 01 Aug 2026 00:06:20 +0000William Butler YeatsLegends of Saints and Sinners by Douglas Hyde delves into the rich tapestry of Irish folklore, exploring the intricate relationship between the sacred and the profane. This collection of tales captures the essence of the human experience, revealing...29191falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fairy-and-folk-tales-of-the-irish-peasantry-william-butler-yeats-part-2--72056522https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72056522Tue, 19 May 2026 09:00:19 +0000William Butler YeatsThis is a collection of Fairy and Folk tales. 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