Bibliograph

Celtic myths, a guide to the ancient gods and legends, Miranda Aldhouse-Green

Type

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Celtic myths, a guide to the ancient gods and legends, Miranda Aldhouse-Green

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 202-203) and index

Illustrations

illustrationsmaps

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Celtic myths

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

881207912

Responsibility statement

Miranda Aldhouse-Green

Sub title

a guide to the ancient gods and legends

Summary

"The perfect introduction for the modern reader to the world of Celtic myth and legend"--Back cover

Table Of Contents

The Celtic world : space, time, and evidence -- Word of mouth : making myths -- The myth-spinners -- A plethora of Irish spirits -- Enchanted Wales : a magical land -- The champion's portion : mythical heroes -- Enchanting animals and edgy beings -- Dangerous liaisons : monstrous regiments of women -- Land and water : a seethe of spirits -- Heaven and Hell : paradise and the underworld -- Paganism and Christianity : the transformation of myth

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