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Scottish Mythology: Enthralling Myths, Folktales, and Legends from Scotland
Discover the Mystical World of Scottish Mythology and History
Do you long to explore a land filled with magical creatures, brave heroes, and ancient mysteries? This audiobook opens the door to a land where myths and history intertwine, revealing tales that have shaped the heart and soul of the Scottish people. From captivating fairies to daring warriors, these stories will whisk you away to a world of wonder and adventure.
Dive into these fascinating myths and
The Winter Discover how the icy touch of the Cailleach carved Scotland’s rugged landscape.
Giants of Witness the epic battle of two giants that created the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway.
William Wallace’s Relive the stirring saga of Scotland’s greatest hero and his fight for freedom.
Haunted Feel the eerie presence of ghosts wandering the ancient halls of Scotland’s castles.
Selkies and Be moved by the poignant love stories of the magical seal-people, the Selkies.
Blue Men of the Encounter the mysterious Blue Men who both aided and haunted sailors on the high seas.
Bean Nighe’s Death Uncover the chilling legend of the washerwoman who foretells death.
This audiobook isn’t just a collection of stories; it’s a journey into Scotland’s mystical past. Each tale is crafted to be easy to understand, yet rich with the magic and history that make Scotland so unique. Whether you’re a fan of ghost stories, fascinated by historical legends, or simply love a good tale, this audiobook promises to captivate your imagination.
Unlock the mysteries of Scotland! Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button now to start your magical journey into Scottish mythology!
Do you long to explore a land filled with magical creatures, brave heroes, and ancient mysteries? This audiobook opens the door to a land where myths and history intertwine, revealing tales that have shaped the heart and soul of the Scottish people. From captivating fairies to daring warriors, these stories will whisk you away to a world of wonder and adventure.
Dive into these fascinating myths and
The Winter Discover how the icy touch of the Cailleach carved Scotland’s rugged landscape.
Giants of Witness the epic battle of two giants that created the awe-inspiring Giant’s Causeway.
William Wallace’s Relive the stirring saga of Scotland’s greatest hero and his fight for freedom.
Haunted Feel the eerie presence of ghosts wandering the ancient halls of Scotland’s castles.
Selkies and Be moved by the poignant love stories of the magical seal-people, the Selkies.
Blue Men of the Encounter the mysterious Blue Men who both aided and haunted sailors on the high seas.
Bean Nighe’s Death Uncover the chilling legend of the washerwoman who foretells death.
This audiobook isn’t just a collection of stories; it’s a journey into Scotland’s mystical past. Each tale is crafted to be easy to understand, yet rich with the magic and history that make Scotland so unique. Whether you’re a fan of ghost stories, fascinated by historical legends, or simply love a good tale, this audiobook promises to captivate your imagination.
Unlock the mysteries of Scotland! Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button now to start your magical journey into Scottish mythology!
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Published October 2, 2024
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February 20, 2025
★ ★ ★.5
“We are never alone in the world … Here among the blooming thistles and mist-covered hills existed a world parallel to ours — a realm steeped in magic and mystery. This was the world of the fae.”
This was a quick introduction into Scottish myths, folktales, and history. With it being rather short, obviously not every tale is explored in immense detail, but the ones that are were fascinating. Edinburgh was home to several of the tales, so if you take interest in its history and lore, this would be a good one to try.
My favorite chapters were “The Fae and the Underworld,” “The Mysterious Creatures of Scottish Folklore,” and “Witchcraft, Dark Magic, and Curses.”
As someone who most enjoys the fantasy genre, but also loves learning about the myths and creatures that breathe life into many fantasy works, I definitely recommend picking this up or listening to the audiobook while doing tasks or driving.
“We are never alone in the world … Here among the blooming thistles and mist-covered hills existed a world parallel to ours — a realm steeped in magic and mystery. This was the world of the fae.”
This was a quick introduction into Scottish myths, folktales, and history. With it being rather short, obviously not every tale is explored in immense detail, but the ones that are were fascinating. Edinburgh was home to several of the tales, so if you take interest in its history and lore, this would be a good one to try.
My favorite chapters were “The Fae and the Underworld,” “The Mysterious Creatures of Scottish Folklore,” and “Witchcraft, Dark Magic, and Curses.”
As someone who most enjoys the fantasy genre, but also loves learning about the myths and creatures that breathe life into many fantasy works, I definitely recommend picking this up or listening to the audiobook while doing tasks or driving.
September 9, 2024
3.5 Stars. If you're looking for a quick and easy guide to Scottish mythology, this book is for you. This text is ideal for Scottish visitors for a fast dive into the myths and legends of the country. If you're looking for something more scholarly and in-depth, I would look elsewhere. The photographs added a layer to each subsection that made me feel closer to the ruins and areas of importance. The bibliography cites blogs alongside encyclopedic websites so I wondered a little about fact-checking in those areas. This is a fascinating introduction to Scotland's cultural storytelling heritage, however, and I would love to know more.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 13, 2024
3.5*
This book was such a nice introduction if you are interested in learning more about the history, myths and legends of Scotland.
Presented in a way that doesn't bombard the reader with dates and information, the myths read like a story and draws you into the rich tapestry of this ancient land.
I recommend this book to anyone interested in a quick read that makes you ponder the line between fact, fiction and magic.
Thank you Booksprout for the ARC.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This book was such a nice introduction if you are interested in learning more about the history, myths and legends of Scotland.
Presented in a way that doesn't bombard the reader with dates and information, the myths read like a story and draws you into the rich tapestry of this ancient land.
I recommend this book to anyone interested in a quick read that makes you ponder the line between fact, fiction and magic.
Thank you Booksprout for the ARC.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 16, 2024
This book was somewhat disappointing to be totally honest.
I love learning about various cultures. Part of the culture is the mythology of the group. I was super excited to read this book. I absolutely love highlanders' stories. Outside of a couple mentions and mythological beings/entities, there was more of the Scottish history discussed than anything. Don't get me wrong, the history is good as well; but the book was supposed to be about the mythology of Scotland.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I love learning about various cultures. Part of the culture is the mythology of the group. I was super excited to read this book. I absolutely love highlanders' stories. Outside of a couple mentions and mythological beings/entities, there was more of the Scottish history discussed than anything. Don't get me wrong, the history is good as well; but the book was supposed to be about the mythology of Scotland.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 1, 2024
A fascinating introduction to Scottish Mythology, this work is a good starting point for readers beginning to show an interest in Scottish history, culture, and research. Even for those longtime Scottish Mythology fans, this book serves as a solid refresher. Sections on heroes (William Wallace and Robert the Bruce), fae, loch Ness monster, and haunted castles among other famous and lesser known myths and legends. Part of a large series.
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September 7, 2024
This is a wonderful book I enjoyed reading about myths, folktales and legends from Scotland. It was an intriguing one that had me all caught up in the information. It is well written and easy to read and follow along.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
August 4, 2024
A Celtic mythology similar or analogous to Ireland. No pantheon of gods, just a mish mash of a few, but a lot of weird creatures, witches, ghosts, and haunted tails. There are two brief parts about the the Scottish heroes William Wallace and Robert the Bruce.
August 29, 2024
Very easy read
Interesting content, easy to follow and makes me want to dig more into Scottish Mythology which is the desired goal?
Interesting content, easy to follow and makes me want to dig more into Scottish Mythology which is the desired goal?
September 9, 2024
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review. It was nice to learn about a new set of mythology. I found the Scottish mythology to be interesting.
September 14, 2024
A nice introduction to the lore and legends of Scotland. Well researched with a great bibliography for further study. The inclusion of photographs helps to visualize the stories and the history. Includes background on historical events and people, famous hauntings, the fae and mythical creatures, and other legends that formed the magic of Scotland.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 28, 2025
I consumed this as an audiobook… thoroughly enjoyed it ☺️
July 4, 2025
2.5 stars
The book was okay, some stories are fantastic but for me they were only the ones related to geographical items. A few stories were set in Ireland which is fine, but I picked up this book for Scottish stories. Some feel like they are glossed over pretty quickly and there's a lack of detail or even morals to come from stories. Think it could have been improved if there was a deeper dive into some and others were cut.
The book was okay, some stories are fantastic but for me they were only the ones related to geographical items. A few stories were set in Ireland which is fine, but I picked up this book for Scottish stories. Some feel like they are glossed over pretty quickly and there's a lack of detail or even morals to come from stories. Think it could have been improved if there was a deeper dive into some and others were cut.
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