Deirdre and the Sons of Usna

Deirdre and the Sons of Usna is a novel written by Fiona Macleod. The book is based on a Celtic legend and tells the story of Deirdre, a young woman who was prophesied to bring about the downfall of a kingdom. Deirdre is known for her beauty and is desired by many men, including the king of Ulster, who wants to marry her. However, Deirdre falls in love with Naoise, one of the Sons of Usna, and they elope together. This angers the king, who seeks revenge and eventually leads to the tragic end of Deirdre and the Sons of Usna. The novel explores themes of love, loyalty, betrayal, and fate. It is a gripping and emotional tale that transports readers to ancient Ireland and immerses them in a world of mythology and legend.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.