Traditional Legends

Throughout history, humanity has been fascinated by spaces that exist on the boundaries—places neither fully here nor there, where the lines between reality and the unknown blur.

For years, Irish locals have feared the wails of the Banshee. The Banshee, also known as the Bean Sidhe, is a captivating creature...

The leprechaun story has long been a beloved aspect of Irish lore. Their legends were part of the Irish oral tradition long before written folklore in the form of epic poems were written in the High Middle Ages. Leprechauns are believed to be a part of another example of notable folklore. They are known to be members of the fairy family. Leprechauns are known as the cobblers of the fairy world. Their name is also linked with the old term “’leath bhrogan,” which means shoema

Perhaps it is not a coincidence that incidents of UFO’s spiked at the same time as reports of fairies diminished. With the explosion of atomic culture and aliens in the wake of WWII, pop culture has ingrained upon modern people the concept of the alien.

Ah fairies, the benevolent wee creatures of the forest. How cute they are. Yet, historically, fairies have been described as fearsome creatures who not only cause mischief but also steal babies.