The Cattle Raid Of Cualnge, Tain Bo Cuailnge: An Old Irish Prose Epic (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781432525583)

The Cattle Raid of Cualnge, also known as T�����in B������ C������ailnge, is an ancient Irish epic that tells the story of a great cattle raid that took place in pre-Christian Ireland. The epic is considered one of the most important works of Irish literature and has been studied and translated by scholars for centuries.In this book, L. Winifred Faraday provides a modern English translation of the epic, along with extensive notes and commentary to help readers understand the historical and cultural context of the story. Faraday's translation is based on the earliest surviving manuscript of the epic, which dates back to the 12th century.The epic tells the story of Queen Medb of Connacht, who decides to steal the prized bull of Ulster in order to match the wealth of her husband, King Ailill. The Ulster warrior C������ Chulainn defends his land and battles against Medb's army, ultimately defeating them in a series of epic battles.Throughout the epic, readers are introduced to a cast of colorful characters, including powerful warriors, cunning queens, and magical creatures. The story is filled with adventure, romance, and tragedy, making it a timeless masterpiece of world literature.Overall, The Cattle Raid of Cualnge is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, mythology, or literature. Faraday's translation and commentary provide a valuable resource for scholars and casual readers alike, making this epic accessible to a wider audience.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: L. Winifred Faraday
ISBN-10: 1432525581
ISBN-13: 9781432525583
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 04/10/2007
Pages: 164
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.38d