Celtic Mythology

Few surviving Celtic myths bear any resemblance to their originals. In the course of time they have been infused with romance, pseudo-history and Christian theory. Stories of Ireland and Wales have been combined with tales of love, war and slaughter -- deeds both noble and ignoble. In this classic study, MacCulloch proves that Celtic legend borrowed from pre-Celtic mythology, just as Christianity in Britain subsumed much of the Celtic past.

About the author

J.A. MacCulloch was a scholar and author of several books, including The Misty Isle of Skye, The Childhood of Fiction and The Religion of the Ancient Celts.

Product details

• Authors: J a MacCulloch
• Publisher: Academy Chicago Publishers
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 30.08.2005
• EAN: 9780897334334
• ISBN: 978-0-89733-433-4
• No. of pages: 232
• Dimensions: 153 mm x 229 mm x 18 mm
• Weight: 399 g
• Subject: Guides > Spirituality > Ancient knowledge, ancient cultures