Silver Unicorns and Golden Birds - by Duncan Williamson (Hardcover)

Book Synopsis

A treasure trove of traditional Scottish folk and fairy tales as told by Duncan Williamson, one of Scotland's greatest storytellers. Perfect to celebrate Scottish heritage.

Young readers will explore a land of folklore and magic inhabited by friendly fairies, wicked ogres, majestic birds and shining unicorns in captivating tales, full of colour, humour and life. These timeless stories have been passed down the generations through oral tradition and are now retold for today's children while carefully preserving Duncan's unique storytelling voice.

One of Scotland's Travelling People, Duncan spent a lifetime journeying the country's highways and byways, collecting stories along the way. This beautifully presented treasury includes insight into Duncan's life and cultural heritage alongside a curated collection of his best-loved stories and classic tales.

Review Quotes

Praise for The Coming of the Unicorn:

'A fine collection to share, whether read aloud or told.' - Kirkus Reviews

Praise for The Flight of the Golden Bird:

'Storytellers and those who enjoy reading aloud will find this an excellent resource filled with lively language.' - Kirkus Reviews

About the Author

Duncan Williamson (1928-2007) was a Scottish storyteller, singer and author. Described as 'one of the world's best-known storytellers' (The Times) and 'Scotland's greatest contemporary storyteller' (The Guardian), Duncan's extraordinary legacy includes a library of recordings and books of folk tales. Linda Williamson is an American folklorist, musician and editor who grew up in the Great Lakes region before moving to Scotland, where she met and married Scottish storyteller Duncan Williamson, whom she worked with for many years while collecting his songs and stories.