Deirdre and the Sons of Usna

Deirdre and the Sons of Usna is a novel by Fiona Macleod that tells the story of Deirdre, a beautiful and tragic figure from Irish mythology. Deirdre is born with a prophecy that she will bring about the downfall of Ulster, and as a result, she is raised in isolation. However, when she meets the three sons of Usna, she falls in love with them and they with her. The four of them flee to Scotland, but their happiness is short-lived as they are pursued by the armies of Ulster. The novel explores themes of love, fate, and the consequences of defying destiny. Macleod's lyrical prose and vivid descriptions bring the ancient world of Celtic mythology to life, making this a must-read for fans of fantasy and folklore.1903. A Celtic Twilight heroic fantasy story by Fiona Macleod, the pseudonym for William Sharp.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.