An early novel by the author of The Witch of Portobello, available for the first time in English, follows the journey of Brida O'Fern, a beautiful young Irish girl, on a quest for knowledge and understanding as she encounters a wise man who teaches her how to overcome her fears and a woman who introduces her to the hidden music of the world. Reprint. 150,000 first printing. New York Times Bestseller
"In Brida, my third novel, which I wrote just after The Alchemist, I tell the story of a young woman who dives into sorcery and her experiences with different magical traditions. I explore many themes that are dear to me, such as the Great Mother, pagan religions, and the perceptions of love."
-- Paulo Coelho
This is the spellbinding tale of Brida, a beautiful young Irish woman, and her quest for knowledge. On her journey, she meets a wise man who teaches her about overcoming her fears, and a woman who teaches her ancient rituals. They see in her a gift, but must let Brida make her own voyage of discovery.
