Irish Fairy Tales · Chapter
Becuma of the White Skin explained
Becuma, a woman from the Otherworld, arrives in Ireland and becomes involved with King Conn and his son Art.
What happens
Becuma, a woman from the Otherworld, arrives in Ireland and becomes involved with King Conn and his son Art. Her presence brings trouble and a quest is undertaken to restore balance.
Themes in this chapter
The Supernatural and Faery
Becuma's origin and actions highlight the influence of the Otherworld on the mortal realm.
Kingship and Leadership
Conn's decisions as king are tested by Becuma's arrival, affecting the kingdom's fate.
Characters to notice
- Becuma
A woman of the White Skin from the Otherworld, central to the chapter's events.
- Conn
King Conn, who becomes involved with Becuma.
- Cormac mac Art
Son of Conn, later involved in the quest.
Key passages
“Becuma of the White Skin”
A woman named Becuma, with pale skin, arrives from the Otherworld.
Opening line introducing the central figure.