Theresa Breslin

There is far more to Scotland than just the famous monster hiding in Loch Ness! Get ready to discover a magical world filled with extraordinary beasts and breathtaking legends in this beautifully illustrated collection. From mysterious selkies swimming in the cold ocean waves to bad-tempered giants stomping across the rugged mountains, Scotland is packed with incredible mythical creatures. You will meet devious fairies playing clever tricks and encounter legendary animals that have sparked the imaginations of storytellers for hundreds of years. Alternately funny, thrilling, and deeply moving, each classic tale is brought to vivid life with stunning, highly detailed illustrations. It is the perfect adventure for anyone who loves magic, history, and a really great story before bed.

Have you ever wondered what kind of magical creatures hide in the highlands and lochs of Scotland? In An Illustrated Treasury of Scottish Folk and Fairy Tales, you are invited into a world filled with slithering stoorworms, mischievous brownies, fierce kelpies, and magical selkies. This enchanting collection gathers some of the best-loved traditional stories from across Scotland, beautifully retold just for you. Whether you are looking for a funny adventure, a moving legend, or an action-packed battle against a fearsome monster, there is a tale here waiting to be discovered. You will soar alongside a goshawk, dive deep into the ocean with the shape-shifting selkies, and brave the shadows of ancient myths. Every page of this beautiful book is brought to life with breathtaking, otherworldly illustrations that capture the magic of these timeless legends. It is the perfect volume to read aloud with your family or to explore on your own when you want to escape into a land of myths and monsters. Open the cover and let the ancient magic of Scotland sweep you away!