Girls Who Slay Monsters: Daring Tales of Ireland's Forgotten Goddesses

by Ellen Ryan

Book Overview

Unsung stories from ancient Irish myths re-imagined for nine-to-twelve year olds

There was a time when tales of Ireland's mythical goddesses--their astonishing powers, bravery, and unbreakable bonds with nature--were famous, in Ireland and beyond. But over time, these stories were lost, often replaced or rewritten to make room for male warriors and kings.

Until Now.

Girls Who Slay Monsters brings these heroes of Irish mythology back to vibrant, magical life. From ire, Ireland's fierce namesake, and B Binn, a giant who overcame her bullies, to Badb, a gleefully gruesome death prophet, and B Mannair, a gender-fluid spy who challenged an entire army. These are goddesses of many shapes, skin shades and sizes, from every corner of ancient Ireland, whose daring still inspires today.

Stand by their sides as they wield magic, fight monsters, and protect the powerless--and you might just discover that you, too, are a force of nature.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 162371673X
• ISBN13: 9781623716738
• Release Date: September 2024
• Publisher: Crocodile Books
• Length: 224 Pages
• Weight: 1.85 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 7.7" x 10.1"
• Age Range: 9 to 12 years
• Grade Range: Grades 4 to 7