Colum, Padraic

The King of Ireland’s Son

In this lyrical Irish fairy romance, the King of Ireland’s Son loses a perilous wager to the Enchanter of the Black Back-Lands and must seek three hairs from the enchanter’s beard. Along the way, he meets Fedelma, Laheen the Eagle, and other magical helpers as the tale moves through shape-shifting, tests of courage, and deep enchantment. A second thread follows Morag’s return to the castle, where justice is restored, love is renewed, and two marriages bring the story to its close. The language is rich and old-fashioned, but the adventure, music, and memorable characters still shine.