The Crock of Gold

London: Macmillan and Co., 1912 First edition, first printing. Publisher's green cloth, with front board and spine lettered and decorated in gilt, and two pages of ads for The Charwoman's Daughter to rear. About fine, with upper corner of front board lightly bumped, and a touch of soiling to front board and along rear spine edge. Overall, a bright and attractive copy. Housed in a custom blue half morocco slipcase (some flaking to spine labels) and chemise. The Crock of Gold is a Celtic fantasy novel that established Stephens' reputation as an esteemed Irish author. The text is divided into six sections: Book I "The Coming of Pan," Book II "The Philosophers Journey," Book III "The Two Gods," Book IV "The Philosopher's Return," Book V "The Policemen," and Book VI "The Thin Woman's Journey and the Happy March." The nonsensical plot tells the story of a lone philosopher who seeks to save the farmer's daughter Caitlin Ni Murrachu, who has been seduced by the Greek god Pan. Throughout the novel, Stephens blends his original tale with traditional figures from Irish folklore, including leprechauns, their pots of gold, and the Celtic god of love Aengus Óg, among others.. First Edition. Hard Cover. Near Fine.