Mistletoe Tales

by A.D. Fitzgerald

Do you think you know about Mistletoe? You may be surprised. It isn't just for kissing under.From Norse Gods to hundreds of years of folk tradition this simple plant has occupied a magical, and medicinal, place in our society and that knowledge has faded with time.But there is a truth that still holds true that in the darkest times of our lives, both literally and emotionally, there is a deep seated need in humanity to seek out reminders that brigher times are possible. So why not remember that how people used to bring back that hope, that joy? The Mistletoe may seem small but it has a long history, and a mystery that has lingered over the centuries.The simple everyday lives of the inhabitants of Old Bridge, and the surrounding area, give us a touchstone to see how this little plant can open the door to the magic that exists alongside us all the time, unnoticed.These stories, each a vignette of life, give space for some of the roles that Mistletoe can play. Do you need to communicate with spirits? Do you need to restore joy, or peace? Do you need to heal the sick? Do you need to enhance fertility?Charting life of mortals, and immortals, across the centuries the interwoven nature of people's lives allows us to pick out this thread of continuity. The Mistletoe."It feels like Grimm writes a Mitford series." E Christodoulo

254 pages, Kindle Edition

Published November 10, 2019

About the author

A D Fitzgerald is an Edinburgh resident, historian by inclination and an author by accident. Drawing on his experiences of studying Anglo-Saxon Magic at university and a keen interest in esoteric subjects it feels natural to weave magic into the stories that he tells.

Does anyone appreciate the magic that exists in everyday life? The world is a wonderful place and there are so many aspects that people forget have existed in our society for ages.

His debut novel 'The Green Man' draws on Celtic mythology and his experiences of being part of the Beltane Fire Society which is a vibrant 21st century expression of the wonder that can survive in the modern world.

'Mistletoe Tales' explores the lives of the witches of Old Bridge, the residents and their descendants. Drawing on his fascination with the symbolism of Mistletoe and its long history from Norse legend into the modern day. Exploring love and grief and how vital it is to regain hope or happiness when they have been lost.