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Real Encounters

By Timothy Ludwig

Real Encounters

By Timothy Ludwig

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For over a thousand years, ordinary Irish people have reported extraordinary encounters with leprechauns, fairies, and otherworldly beings. Not folklore. Not fiction. Real testimonies from real people.This groundbreaking chronicle brings together the most compelling firsthand accounts ever documented - from medieval monks and Norman scribes to Victorian scholars, 20th-century folklorists, and modern witnesses. Each chapter traces the evolution of Ireland's supernatural tradition, showing how stories of the Aos Sí, fairy forts, and leprechaun encounters have shaped Irish culture for centuries.Inside you'll discover:Medieval manuscripts recording supernatural diplomacy and strange pactsEarly modern accounts of warnings tied to fairy forts and sacred landscapes19th-century scholars documenting leprechaun lore in meticulous detailThe Irish Folklore Commission's vast collection of 20th-century testimoniesModern sightings and digital-age encounters that continue the tradition today
Real Encounters: A Chronicle of Leprechaun and Fairy Accounts from Ireland is a rare collection that bridges history, folklore, and living memory. Drawing on sources across more than a thousand years, it challenges the boundary between myth and reality, revealing Ireland's hidden supernatural heritage in all its richness.Whether you are a student of folklore, a traveler drawn to Ireland's mysteries, or simply curious about the unseen world, this book offers an unforgettable journey into one of the world's most enduring traditions.
Product details
Binding:
Paperback
Edition:
1
Number of Pages:
156
Release Date:
2025-08-18
Publication Date:
2025-08-17
Publisher:
Rare Book Publishing LLC
Languages:
Original: English
ISBN13:
9798999826503
Weight:
237 g
Height:
152 cm
Width:
229 cm
Thickness:
9 cm
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