The Fog Catcher's Daughter

Name: The Fog Catcher's Daughter
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SKU: 9781529506396
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By Marianne McShane

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Summary

The Fog Catcher's Daughter by Marianne McShane, a children's book, tells the enchanting story of a young girl named Eily who lives in a village by the sea. Her father, the fog catcher, suddenly disappears, prompting Eily to embark on a courageous quest to find him. The tale weaves folklore and adventure, showcasing themes of bravery, determination, and the bond between parent and child amidst a mystical seascape.
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This enchanting tale of adventure and mystery set in an Irish coastal village offers a perfect blend of folklore and family bonds. You might enjoy this book if you appreciate beautifully illustrated stories and tales with a touch of magic that captivate young readers and inspire imagination.

Description

A brave young girl rows out to meet her destiny in a lavishly illustrated original tale steeped in fairy lore, from a traditional Irish storyteller.

A daughter embarks on a perilous journey to rescue her father in this beautiful, eerie, and timeless original folktale.

Eily and her father live in Ireland, three fields from the sea, within sight of the enchanted isle of Lisnashee. The fairy folk who live there cause mischief and harm to any who trespass, but once a year at Midsummer, Eily’s father, the Fog Catcher, rows out to collect magic from the fog around the island. His sole protection is a charm tucked in his pocket, and when Eily finds the lost charm in a hedgerow after he departs, she knows at once what she must do.

Haunting watercolour paintings evoke the beauty of the Irish coastline in an imaginative coming-of-age tale about honouring the past and taking courage with an open heart.

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The Fog Catcher's Daughter, authored by Marianne McShane, is hailed for its evocative storytelling that captures the essence of Irish folklore and superstitions. The narrative follows a young girl's brave journey to confront fairies in a bid to save her father, set against a beautifully illustrated Irish landscape. Alan Marks's watercolour illustrations, described as ethereal and atmospheric, perfectly complement McShane's lyrical prose, making it a timeless and haunting tale ideal for those with a fondness for folklore.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529506396

Publisher: Walker Books Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 07 July 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Walker Books Ltd

Contributors:

Illustrated by Alan Marks

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 10.0mm

Width: 275.0mm

Height: 245.0mm

Weight: 515g

Pages: 48

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Children's Books Children's Picture Books Children’s, Teenage and Educational Marianne McShane

About the Author

Marianne McShane, a seanchaí, or traditional Irish storyteller, is the author of Rónán and the Mermaid, illustrated by Jordi Solano. She grew up on the east coast of Ireland and especially loves to tell folk tales and fairytales from her native land. She lives in Ireland. Find her online at http://www.mariannemcshane.com/
Alan Marks began his career illustrating for magazines and newspapers. His first children's book Storm, written by Kevin Crossley Holland, won the Carnegie Medal. Alan now illustrates a wide variety of subjects, from nursery rhymes to war poetry. He is the illustrator of the Boston Globe-Horn Book Award Honor Book A Mother’s Journey, Behold the Beautiful Dung Beetle, Planet Zoo, The Spirit of the Forest, and more. Alan lives in an old house in the Kent countryside with his wife and two daughters.