Fin M'coul
The Giant of Knockmany Hill
Candlewick Press · Print & ebook · January 1, 1981
When the fiercest giant in all of Ireland comes knocking at his door, what can peaceful Fin M'Coul do to escape him?
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- Who it’s for
- A humorous Irish giant tale pairs clever problem-solving with boldly detailed illustrations.
- Themes
- Cleverness overcoming strength, Giant rivalry
- Genres
- Country & Ethnic Folktales, Myths & Fables, Stories Set in Europe
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When the fiercest giant in all of Ireland comes knocking at his door, what can peaceful Fin M'Coul do to escape him? An ALA Notable Book, by the bestselling author-illustrator of Strega Nona, Quiet, and many more. Fin M'Coul lives atop windy Knockmany Hill, and spends his days with the other giants of Ireland, moving huge stones to build a causeway to Scotland. But one morning, he hears a rumor that Cucullin, the strongest giant in the land, is coming to find and fight him.
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Fleeing home, Fin tells his wife of his worries. But clever Oonagh the giantess has a plan— with her wits and her skills and her magic charms, she sets out to trick Cucullin and save her husband. Full of humor and charm, Tomie dePaola's retelling of this classic fable is boldly illustrated, with detailed borders based on ancient Irish metalwork.
Folklore with a Twist
A humorous Irish giant tale pairs clever problem-solving with boldly detailed illustrations.
Come here for
- A classic folktale retold with a light comic touch
- Illustrations with borders based on ancient Irish metalwork
Expect
- Giants, looming trouble, and a clever response
- A lively tale rather than a lesson-heavy read
Where it sits
| Country & Ethnic Folktales | 78% |
|---|---|
| Myths & Fables | 63% |
| Stories Set in Europe | 30% |
Percentages are BookFrontier’s reading of the book.
Publisher categories
- Country & Ethnic Folktales
- Myths & Fables
- Stories Set in Europe
- Authors
- Tomie dePaola
- Publisher
- Candlewick Press
- Published
- January 1, 1981
- Format
- Print & ebook
- Theme
- Cleverness overcoming strength · Giant rivalry
- Reading lane
- Country & Ethnic Folktales