Taffy Thomas: 5 books

Book cover of Lakeland Folk Tales for Children
by Taffy Thomas
Language: English
Release Date: January 1, 2017

Did you know that if you look closely around Scafell Pike in the winter you might find a great dragon? Or that hidden in the forest around Egremont you might catch a glimpse of the fabled fairy folk? What, you don’t believe me? Read these tales then take a look for yourself. This collection is full...
Book cover of Cumbrian Folk Tales
by Taffy Thomas
Language: English
Release Date: November 30, 2011

This unique collection of folk tales from Cumbria were collected as fragments that the author has had to breathe life back into. From the lore of the land to ghost stories, fairy stories, tales of the "oak men," and the true historical tales that inspired many of the famous and haunting...
Book cover of First World War Folk Tales
by Taffy Thomas, Helen Watts
Language: English
Release Date: August 4, 2014

From 2014 to 2018, people all over the world will be commemorating the 100th anniversary of the outbreak of World War I. They will not only be honoring those who lost their lives on the battlefield between 1914 and 1918, they will also be remembering everyone who played a part in, or lived through,...
Book cover of Midwinter Folk Tales
by Taffy Thomas
Language: English
Release Date: October 6, 2014

Traditional seasonal folk tales for the dark of winterIn this enchanting new book, one of England's most celebrated storytellers has gathered together traditional tales which have their roots in the deep cold and long, dark nights of midwinter. The collection includes tales acquired from more than 30...
Book cover of Riddle in the Tale

Riddle in the Tale

Riddles and Riddle Folk Tales

by Taffy Thomas MBE, Steven Gregg
Language: English
Release Date: November 1, 2017

We have been fascinated by riddles for as long as we have had language—think of the riddle of the sphinx. This book includes both magical riddle tales and simple riddle challenges, with clues and answers hidden in intricate illustrations. Discover how the farmer saved his daughter by solving the...
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