The Children of Lír: Favourite Irish Folktales

Step into the magic and mystery of Ireland's mythological past with this classic Irish story for kids. The Children of Lír celebrates loyalty, perseverance, and the enduring power of family love, while introducing listeners to the rich traditions of Irish Culture & Heritage.

The Children of Lír is one of Ireland's best-loved folktales, treasured and enjoyed by old and young alike, for over a thousand years. Bound together by love, the four children protect, comfort, and encourage one another through nine hundred years of hardship as they endure a powerful curse that transforms them into swans.

Ireland has a rich tradition of storytelling, and this timeless Celtic legend has been told and retold in countless forms for hundreds of years. This exciting and vibrant adaptation, brought to life by gifted Irish narrator Paul Dowling, is loosely based on "The Fate of the Children of Lir," as retold by Joseph Jacobs in "More Celtic Fairy Tales" (London: David Nutt, 1894).

While remaining true to the spirit of Jacobs's retelling and the enduring magic of the original legend, this adaptation has been specially created for today's young listeners. With warmth, energy, and a gift for bringing the characters vividly to life, Paul Dowling delivers an engaging performance that will keep children captivated from beginning to end. Contact: Lakepromenadepress@gmail.com

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Lydbog: 31. august 2026