The Mythology of the British Islands; An Introduction to Celtic Myth, Legend, Poetry, and Romance
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Beschreibung
Produktdetails
Einband
Taschenbuch
Erscheinungsdatum
19.05.2026
Verlag
Alpha EditionSeitenzahl
282
Maße (L/B/H)
22,9/15,2/1,7 cm
Gewicht
462 g
Sprache
Englisch
ISBN
978-93-7459-674-6
Beneath the mists and green hills of the British Isles, ancient voices linger-echoes of druids, heroes, and faery realms woven into the very landscape. In this evocative volume, the world of Celtic mythology unfurls with all its wild beauty, tragic grandeur, and elusive magic. Drawing from the earliest legends, poetry, and romance, the book traces the stories that shaped the soul of Britain: the deeds of gods and mortals, the origins of sacred places, and the tangled destinies of legendary kings and queens. From the haunting cadences of Celtic poetry to the enduring allure of British mythological tales, each chapter reveals how these myths and legends, once spoken by firelight, still stir the imagination and illuminate the roots of British identity. The text moves with scholarly care yet a storyteller's grace, making the labyrinth of celtic folklore accessible without sacrificing its mystery. Readers encounter not only the well-known cycles of gods and warriors, but also lesser-known romances and riddles that enrich the mythology of Britain. The book's careful exploration of celtic legends, ancient British myths, and the subtle interplay between history and fantasy offers both a scholarly resource and a deeply engaging reading experience. Its pages invite a journey through time, where myth and history entwine, and where the border between the mortal world and the Otherworld seems to blur with every tale. This book was out of print for decades and is now republished by Alpha Editions. It has been restored for today's and future generations. This edition is not just a reprint - it's a collector's item and a cultural treasure, bringing the enduring power of celtic mythology and the myths and legends of the UK back to the shelves of readers, scholars, and collectors alike.
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