The Crock of Gold - Paperback - 9781419127311

The Crock of Gold is a novel written by Thomas Mackenzie, published in 1912. The story is set in rural Ireland and follows the adventures of two philosophical men, a philosopher named Shaun and a poet named Sheamus, as they search for the titular crock of gold, which is said to grant its possessor eternal youth and happiness. Along the way, they encounter a variety of colorful characters, including a mischievous fairy king, a beautiful woman who can transform into a swan, and a wise old sage who teaches them the secrets of the universe. The novel is a blend of fantasy, mythology, and philosophical musings, and is widely regarded as a classic of Irish literature. It explores themes such as the search for meaning, the nature of happiness, and the relationship between humans and nature. The Crock of Gold is a charming and whimsical tale that will delight readers of all ages.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.

• | Author: Thomas MacKenzie
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: May 04, 2005
• | Number of Pages: 260 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1419127314
• | ISBN-13: 9781419127311