The Sun Dances At Easter
London: Andrew Melrose, (1952). First Edition. Hardcover. Very Good / Good. Original red cloth boards, lettered in gilt to the spine. 8vo - 236 pp. The book is clean and solid. The dust jacket is bright and has the original price of 7/6 on the jacket's flap. There is some loss at the foot of the spine impacting the front panel. Jacket art by Eric Fraser. Austin Clarke was deeply interested in Irish Myth and Legend. This book celebrates that interest. It tells of a young woman, Orla, who is trying to become pregnant. She is advised to go to the well of St. Naal, for it has magical powers. Orla, along with her maid, set off on a journey to find the well, having several adventurers along the way. Among other themes, this book explores the tension between ancient pagan beliefs with the power of the Catholic Church.
Price: $75.00