Gregory, Lady 1852-1932 creator Yeats, W. B. (William Butler) 1865-1939 text utu 2013 monographic en 1 online resource : multiple file formats "Visions and Beliefs in the West of Ireland, First Series" by Lady Gregory is a collection of folklore and cultural reflections written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the rich traditions, beliefs, and supernatural encounters of the Irish people, particularly those living in the western regions of Ireland. The collection includes various narratives about the Sidhe (fairies) and notable figures like Biddy Early, who is both revered and controversial for her healing practices and association with folklore. The opening of the work begins with an intricate description of the Sidhe, detailing their elusive nature and the various forms they can take. Lady Gregory articulates the deep reverence and fear people hold towards these supernatural beings while citing the traditional beliefs that intertwine the natural and supernatural worlds. Through anecdotes from local individuals, she captures an array of sea stories and encounters with mermaids and sea-horses, emphasizing the integral role that folklore plays in local identity and community life. The narrative sets a tone of exploration into the mystical dimensions of Irish culture, serving as both an inquiry and an homage to the myths that permeate everyday existence. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Release date is 2013-10-18 Produced by Douglas L. Alley, III, Barbara Tozier, Bill Tozier and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net Original publication data not identified Folklore -- Ireland Ireland -- Social life and customs Atlantic Coast (Ireland) -- Social life and customs GR Original publication data not identified https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43973 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/43973 UtSlPG 260607 20260610134017.0 43973