About this book
The Gold of Fairnilee by Andrew Lang sweeps listeners into a windswept Scottish house where whispers of fairies, a family’s past, and the lure of hidden treasure set an unforgettable tone. Set centuries ago in the Border country, this classic fairy tale of fiction follows young Randal at Fairnilee, an ancient manor of ivy-clad walls, crumbling towers, and long-open doors that shelter old servants, local folk, and the echoes of superstition. Lang combines gentle adventure, atmospheric description, and folkloric songs—like the Whuppity Stoorie—to evoke a world where ordinary people live beside the uncanny and where treasure hunts mingle with moral lessons and nostalgia.
Rich in Scottish folklore and Victorian storytelling charm, the narrative explores themes of belonging, tradition, and the thin line between myth and memory without ever losing its warm, tale-telling voice. Perfect for listeners who love classic fairy tales, historical fiction, or atmospheric short stories, this audiobook is ideal for bedtime listening, fans of Andrew Lang’s collections, and anyone enchanted by storytelling that blends wonder, history, and the romance of the old North.
