Sadhbh

The story of Sadhbh is one of the most beloved stories from ancient literature. This picture book is a retelling for adult readers of the old tale Ceasacht Iníon Ghuile, a clever and humorous story about a young woman who gets to turn the tables on the men — and on the King of Munster in particular.

The young woman who outwits the men

The story is notable because it features a key figure from history, Féilimí mac Criomhthainn King of Munster (+847). Féilimí plays the role of the wise king and Sadhbh is the young woman who challenges him and receives the king’s blessing at the end of the story.