James Stephens
February 09, 1882 – December 26, 1950
Countries:
Ireland, United Kingdom
Place of Birth:
Dublin, Ireland
Place of Death:
London, England
Categories:
Poetry
James Stephens was an Irish novelist and poet.
James Stephens wrote many retellings of Irish myths and fairy tales. His retellings are marked by a rare combination of humour and lyricism (Deirdre and Irish Fairy Tales are often singled out for praise). He also wrote several original novels (Crock of Gold, Etched in Moonlight, Demi-Gods) loosely based on Irish fairy tales. "Crock of Gold," in particular, achieved enduring popularity and was frequently reprinted throughout the author's lifetime.
James Stephens wrote many retellings of Irish myths and fairy tales. His retellings are marked by a rare combination of humour and lyricism (Deirdre and Irish Fairy Tales are often singled out for praise). He also wrote several original novels (Crock of Gold, Etched in Moonlight, Demi-Gods) loosely based on Irish fairy tales. "Crock of Gold," in particular, achieved enduring popularity and was frequently reprinted throughout the author's lifetime.