Mythology of the British Isles

An unforgettable and illuminating exploration of the legends of the British Isles.From the misty centuries of British and Irish prehistory to the height of the dark age, comes tales of giants and fairy-folk, druids and saints. From King Lear and King Arthur, to Fingal, Beowulf, Gwendolen and Guinevere these are the legendary characters who shaped the nation. But who were they?In Mythology of the British Isles, Geoffrey Ashe explores these compelling and ancient stories, seeing how they have taken on fresh significance as historical and archaeological research has uncovered the truth behind each legend.

About the author

Geoffrey Ashe is a British writer and cultural historian. He is a world expert on the history and archaeology of King Arthur and the authors of several books on the myths and legends.

Product details

• Authors: Geoffrey Ashe
• Publisher: Pan macmillan Ltd.
• Content: Book
• Product form: Paperback / Softback
• Publication date: 01.05.2024
• Subject: Social sciences, law, business > Social sciences (general); Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Miscellaneous; Guides > Spirituality > Ancient knowledge, ancient cultures
• EAN: 9781804365199
• ISBN: 978-1-80436-519-9
• Pages: 368
• Dimensions (packing): 12.9 x 19.8 x 3 cm
• Subjects: SOCIAL SCIENCE / Folklore & Mythology, Folklore, myths & legends, United Kingdom, Great Britain, Folklore studies / Study of myth, british folklore mythology albion nature woodlands; folklore myths and legends of britain fairy tales; folklore myths and legends camelot king arthur old; beowulf storytelling medieval history the celts; ancient britain folktales celtic mythology ire, ancient britain folktales celtic mythology ireland, beowulf storytelling medieval history the celts, folklore myths and legends of britain fairy tales, british history english landscape storyland tales, folklore myths and legends camelot king arthur old, treasury of british folklore lancelot round table