Magic Ireland - by Gabrielle Alioth (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

Under the Spell of the Emerald Isle: Where Myths are Alive

The spirit of Ireland is captured in this volume through its landscapes and legends. Renowned photographer Max Schmid, who has traveled the island for decades, has portrayed its unique charm in his distinctive, mystical images - from the gentle coasts in the east to the verdant hills and dramatic cliffs of the north and west. Author Gabrielle Alioth, who has lived in Ireland for over forty years, retells the country's sagas and myths with a touch of humor and a twinkle in her eye.

These stories form a vital foundation for the identity of this history-rich island and remain vibrant to this day. The classic Irish legends of the Ulster Cycle and the Fenian Cycle serve as the basis for her texts. Originally rooted in Celtic times, these tales have been reimagined and adapted over the centuries to fit contemporary (narrative) contexts - as they are also in this book.

About the Author

Gabrielle Alioth studied economics, art history and philosophy in Salzburg. In 1984 she moved to Ireland, where she initially worked as a journalist and translator and has been a freelance writer since 1990. She is the author of novels, short stories, children's books and travelogues.

Max Schmid, born in 1945, has worked as a freelance photographer since 1985, specializing in nature photography. During his photographic career, he has published numerous illustrated books and realized reportages for GEO, among others. As a specialist in landscape photography, he is particularly fond of remote areas of the world.