Leprechaun Tales

Tradition has it that leprechauns are mischievous little people, often

cobblers, with pots of gold hidden away. Humans are always keen to find

the gold, of course, but are outwitted by the leprechauns' cunning and

magical powers.

In all of the six tales, humans are taught a lesson by the little

people, whether as a result of overwhelming greed for the gold, picking

flowers where flowers are not supposed to be picked, or merely not

believing in leprechauns. They have even been known to help humans in

great need--when sufficiently pleased by a kind act.

There is something for everyone to enjoy in these stories, especially

the battle of wits between "them" and us. These tales have been

passed down from one generation to another, and have been a part of Irish

folklore for hundreds of years.