The Three Sorrows Of Storytelling

The Three Sorrows of Storytelling: And Ballads of St. Columkille is a book written by Douglas Hyde and originally published in 1895. The book is a collection of Irish folklore and ballads, with a particular focus on the stories of St. Columkille, a 6th-century Irish monk and missionary. The title of the book refers to the three sorrows that are said to be inherent in the art of storytelling: the sorrow of the storyteller, who must remember and relate the tales; the sorrow of the listener, who must hear and understand them; and the sorrow of the subject, who must live through the events being recounted. The book is divided into two parts. The first part contains essays by Hyde on Irish folklore and storytelling, as well as his thoughts on the importance of preserving these traditions. The second part contains a collection of ballads and stories, many of which are based on the life and legend of St. Columkille. Overall, The Three Sorrows of Storytelling: And Ballads of St. Columkille is a fascinating glimpse into Irish folklore and storytelling traditions, as well as a tribute to the enduring legacy of St. Columkille.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.