Heather, Oak, and Olive; Three Stories

These three dramatic stories show the author at her best, vividly bringing new life to ancient timesTHE CHIEF'S DAUGHTER (1966)The Clan seized young Dara, son of the Irish raiders, for sacrifice to the Black Mother. But Nessan, the chief's daughter, pleaded for his life. The Mother took angry revenge, so again the Clan offered him as victim. And again Nessan interfered--heedless now of all costs.A CIRCLET OF OAK LEAVES (1965)Aracos still remembered the battle long past, yet he never joined the cavalrymen in recounting its events. One day the men thought they knew his secret: Had he won the Circlet of Oak Leaves, the highest award for bravery? Why was he silent?A CROWN OF WILD OLIVE (1971)(aka THE TRUCE OF THE GAMES)New ton the great Games of the Olympiad, Amyntas and Leon were rivals and members of warring states. But they became close friends, even knowing that when the Games ended, they would never be able to meet again.