The Otherworld Voyage in Early Irish Literature: An Anthology of Criticism (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781846825569)

Prominent in the literature of early Ireland are the tales known as echtrai (adventures) and immrama (voyages), stories telling of journeys to the Otherworld of Celtic legend. These tales have long held a fascination for both scholars and general readers, but there is no satisfactory, comprehensive treatment of them in print. Now available in paperback, this anthology presents a selection of the most important studies of the subject, to which is added a number of new essays representing the current state of scholarship. A general introduction is provided and an extensive bibliography. Containing the most important critical materials for an understanding of the Irish Otherworld Voyage legends, this anthology will be of interest and use to teachers and students of early Irish history and literature, comparative literature and mythology.

Author: Jonathan M. Wooding
ISBN-10: 1846825563
ISBN-13: 9781846825569
Publisher: Four Courts Press
Language: English
Published: 10/31/2014
Pages: 318
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.12lbs
Size: 9.36h x 6.21w x 0.98d