Legendary Fictions of the Irish Celts (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780766149519)

Legendary Fictions of the Irish Celts is a book written by Patrick Kennedy that delves into the rich mythological and legendary tales of the Irish Celts. The book is a collection of stories that have been passed down through generations, and are a reflection of the culture and beliefs of the ancient Celts. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of the world, the gods and goddesses of the Celts, and the heroic deeds of their legendary figures. It also explores the concept of the afterlife, and the importance of storytelling in Celtic culture. The stories are written in a lively and engaging style, making them accessible to readers of all ages. They are accompanied by detailed notes and explanations, which provide context and background information on the stories and the culture from which they emerged. Overall, Legendary Fictions of the Irish Celts is a fascinating and informative book that offers a unique insight into the mythology and legends of one of the world's most ancient and enduring cultures.1891. The greater part of the stories and legends in this volume are given as they were received from the storytellers with whom our youth is familiar. Divided into five Parts entitled: household stories; legends of the �������good people�������; witchcraft, sorcery, ghosts and fetches; Ossianic and other early legends; legends of the Celtic Saints.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Patrick Musician Kennedy
ISBN-10: 076614951X
ISBN-13: 9780766149519
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/07/2003
Pages: 328
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.25w x 0.69d