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During a family visit, 12‑year‑old Brian arrives in Ireland and finds himself on a quest to prove the existence of the magical leprechauns his great‑grandfather used to tell stories about. He must win over his doubting great‑aunt, who has never believed in the old folk tales, by sharing the stories and the heritage tied to their Irish ancestors. Through his adventure, Brian learns about the importance of family history, storytelling, and the wonder of legends that can shape a child's view of the world.
First publish date: 1983
Genre: Children's Fiction/Children's Fantasy
Authors: Joan Lowery Nixon
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