The Irish Mythological Cycle And Celtic Mythology (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781428612143)

The Irish Mythological Cycle And Celtic Mythology is a comprehensive book written by H. D'Arbois De Jubainville that delves into the rich and fascinating world of Celtic mythology. The book explores the origins, beliefs, and legends of the ancient Celts, tracing their mythology back to the earliest times.The first part of the book focuses on the Irish Mythological Cycle, which is a collection of stories and legends that describe the origins of the Irish people and their gods. The author provides a detailed account of the various characters and events that make up this cycle, including the tales of the Tuatha D����� Danann, the Children of Lir, and the epic story of C������ Chulainn.The second part of the book delves into broader Celtic mythology, exploring the beliefs and legends of the Celts across Europe. The author discusses the various gods and goddesses worshipped by the Celts, as well as their beliefs about the afterlife and the supernatural.Throughout the book, De Jubainville draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient texts, folklore, and archaeological evidence, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of Celtic mythology. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history and mythology of the ancient Celts.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: H. D'Arbois De Jubainville
ISBN-10: 1428612149
ISBN-13: 9781428612143
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/26/2006
Pages: 260
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.85lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.59d