Taliesin Or Bards and Druids of Britain (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169772656)

Taliesin Or Bards and Druids of Britain is a book written by D. W. Nash that explores the history and mythology of the bards and druids of ancient Britain. The book delves into the life and works of Taliesin, a legendary bard who is said to have lived during the sixth century. It also discusses the role of bards and druids in ancient British society, their beliefs and practices, and their influence on the culture of the time. The author draws on a variety of sources, including ancient texts, archaeological findings, and folklore, to present a comprehensive and engaging account of these fascinating figures. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and mythology of ancient Britain, and for those who are intrigued by the enigmatic figure of Taliesin and the world of the bards and druids.1858. A translation of the earliest Welsh bards and an examination of the bardic mysteries. Contents: introduction with history; personal history of Taliesin; historical poems; mythological poems; of neo druidism and the druidical philosophy; worship of Hu Gadarn and druidism of the Welsh in the 12th, 13th and 14th centuries; Welsh romances.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: D. W. Nash
ISBN-10: 116977265X
ISBN-13: 9781169772656
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 358
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.46lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.81d