The Táin: The Great Irish Battle Epic

"This gutsy, vivid, gruesomely humorous retelling of the seminal Irish myth is perfectly judged for folklore addicts"

"A welcome rival to the widely available versions of European tales."

"Accessibly written and as full of gore as the battle itself ... it will instigate discussions about war, heroism, myths and legends."

"This is a fantastic story."

"Author Alan Titley, while retelling the saga in fine detail, has also made it more accessible to young and contemporary readers ... The author, with the aid of excellent illustrations by Eoin Coveney, brings to life ancient gods, godesses, druids, legendary warriors, and Cúchulainn's magical spear (ga bolga) in a tale which explores jealousy, friendship, loyalty, and even the futility of war. In an age where a plethora of mythical stories abounds, The Táin is a wonderful reminder of our Irish mythology, told in a style that will engage young readers."

"Updating the language while keeping the story true to its time is a tricky tightrope but it's beautifully managed here, and the many illustrations by Eoin Coveney are rich and atmospheric."