Dictionary Of Celtic Religion And Culture
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Dictionary Of Celtic Religion And Culture
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Author : Bernhard Maier
language : en
Publisher: Boydell & Brewer
Release Date : 1997
Dictionary Of Celtic Religion And Culture written by Bernhard Maier and has been published by Boydell & Brewer this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1997 with Social Science categories.
This dictionary, with more than 1000 articles, provides a comprehensive survey of all important aspects of Celtic religion and culture, covering both the prehistoric continental Celts and the later, medieval culture that found written form long after the Celts had settled in the British Isles. Articles in the dictionary also cover the interaction between Celtic and Roman civilisations, and the seminal input of medieval Celtic legend into the Arthurian tradition. The continental and insular Celtic languages, both ancient and modern, are described, and there is a full account of the Celtic deities known to us from the inscriptions and iconography of the classical world. Celtic art and agriculture, the Ossian myth, the Irish Renaissance, and the history of Celtic studies are among other areas treated in depth.
Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology
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Author : Peter Berresford Ellis
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 1994
Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology written by Peter Berresford Ellis and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1994 with History categories.
A fascinating and accessible A-to-Z guide to the gods and goddesses, heroes and heroines, magical weapons, fabulous beasts, and otherworld entities that populate the myths of this rich tradition. An easy-to-read handbook that opens a window on centuries of rich oral and written tradition from the mists of Europe's origins. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.
The Cultural Traditions Dictionary
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Author : Gary Law
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
The Cultural Traditions Dictionary written by Gary Law and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with History categories.
Rosaries and rugby, sashes and sessions, the Battle of the Boyne and the hound of Ulster -- these are some of the many symbols associated with the religious and political cultures in Northern Ireland. Deeply rooted in history, the symbols are often used to reinforce and distinguish community identity. This extensively illustrated new dictionary provides over two hundred lively and informative definitions of the key symbols and expressions particularly relevant to the people of the North. Specially commissioned by the Cultural Diversity Programme of the Community Relations Council in response to the increasing curiosity about 'other' cultural traditions in Northern Ireland, and as a contribution to the knowledge and understanding of cultural diversity throughout Ireland.
Myths And Legends Of The Celts
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Author : James MacKillop
language : en
Publisher: Penguin UK
Release Date : 2006-06-01
Myths And Legends Of The Celts written by James MacKillop and has been published by Penguin UK this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2006-06-01 with Body, Mind & Spirit categories.
Myths and Legends of the Celts is a fascinating and wide-ranging introduction to the mythology of the peoples who inhabited the northwestern fringes of Europe - from Britain and the Isle of Man to Gaul and Brittany. Drawing on recent historical and archaeological research, as well as literary and oral sources, the guide looks at the gods and goddesses of Celtic myth; at the nature of Celtic religion, with its rituals of sun and moon worship; and at the druids who served society as judges, diviners and philosophers. It also examines the many Celtic deities who were linked with animals and such natural phenomena as rivers and caves, or who later became associated with local Christian saints. And it explores in detail the rich variety of Celtic myths: from early legends of King Arthur to the stories of the Welsh Mabinogi, and from tales of heroes including Cúchulainn, Fionn mac Cumhaill and the warrior queen Medb to tales of shadowy otherworlds - the homes of spirits and fairies. What emerges is a wonderfully diverse and fertile tradition of myth making that has captured the imagination of countless generations, introduced and explained here with compelling insight.
A Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology
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Author : James MacKillop
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1998
A Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology written by James MacKillop and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Mythology, Celtic categories.
This text contains full coverage of the persons, themes, concepts, places, and creatures of Celtic mythology, in all ancient and modern traditions.
Celtic Culture
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Author : John T. Koch
language : en
Publisher: ABC-CLIO
Release Date : 2005-12-16
Celtic Culture written by John T. Koch and has been published by ABC-CLIO this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-12-16 with Social Science categories.
This encyclopedia covers the entirety of the Celtic world, both through time and across geography. Although emphasizing the areas where Celtic languages and traditions survive into the present, the work does not slight the reaches of the Celtic empire, which was the largest language and cultural group on earth prior to the rise of Rome. In some 1,500 articles, many representing original research by the finest Celtic scholars, the work covers the Celts from prehistory to the present, giving comprehensive treatment to all topics from myth to music, religion to rulers, literature to language, government to games, and all topics in between.
Celtic Mythology And Religion
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Author : Alexander Macbain
language : en
Publisher: Cosimo, Inc.
Release Date : 2005-11-01
Celtic Mythology And Religion written by Alexander Macbain and has been published by Cosimo, Inc. this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005-11-01 with Social Science categories.
Ossian, on his way to Tir-nan-og, saw a hornless fawn bounding nimbly along the wave-crests pursued by a white hound with red ears. The Wild Huntsman and his dogs of Teutonic myth belong to the same category; and these dogs of Annwn were similarly said to rush through the air, and evil was the omen.-from "Welsh and Gaelic Elysium"Stonehenge remains one of the most visited tourist destinations in Britain. Legendary figures such as King Arthur continue to fascinate us. The influence of Celtic mythology on popular culture is undeniable, and this collection of essays-first published in book form in 1917, and written by one of the most prominent Celtic folklorists of his time-remains an important introduction to the historical basis for a mythos that still grips the imagination today. From fantastical ideals of beauty-in Ireland it was said that "goddesses with hair like gold" lived in "the summer isles of the West"-to the adventures of intrepid Celtic heroes to their connection with the mythic traditions of Europe and Asia, students of fantasy and folklore will find this an invaluable resource.Scottish scholar and writer ALEXANDER MACBAIN (1855-1907) served as editor of Celtic Magazine and Highland Monthly. His Etymological Gaelic Dictionary (1896) is recognized as his crowning achievement.
A Dictionary Of Celtic Saints
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Author : Elizabeth Rees
language : en
Publisher: The History Press
Release Date : 2012-01-01
A Dictionary Of Celtic Saints written by Elizabeth Rees and has been published by The History Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-01-01 with History categories.
Throughout the Celtic world, in Britain, Ireland and France, the early Christian saints left a profound legacy to the history and culture of Northern Europe. This is the first ever dictionary of Celtic saints and is fully illustrated with photographs of where each saint lived and worked, ranging from ruined monasteries to holy wells, and from caves to Roman and Celtic forts. The reader is therefore drawn into the beautiful world which these men and women inhabited, while also being able to trace the history and legend surrounding these early British Christians. Easy to use, with an Introduction and maps to pinpoint the sites described in the text, A Dictionary of Celtic Saints will appeal to anyone interested in history, landscape or spirituality. Based on sound scholarship, it will also be helpful to students of civilisation and culture. Elizabeth Rees is a Roman Catholic nun with a Master's degree from Oxford. She is one of Britain's leading authorities on the Celtic saints and is the author of many books on the early Christian world.
The Religion Of The Ancient Celts
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Author : J. A. MacCulloch
language : en
Publisher: DigiCat
Release Date : 2022-06-13
The Religion Of The Ancient Celts written by J. A. MacCulloch and has been published by DigiCat this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2022-06-13 with Religion categories.
"The Religion of the Ancient Celts" is perfect for those interested in the Celts from a historical, linguistic, mythological, or ethnological standpoint. The book's author, MacCulloch, covers his subject matter clearly and thoroughly. He adds references to such things as parallels with Greek mythology and Sumerian religion. The style of the book will satisfy the expert without mystifying or losing the attention of the amateur.
Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology
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Author : James MacKillop
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press, USA
Release Date : 1998
Dictionary Of Celtic Mythology written by James MacKillop and has been published by Oxford University Press, USA this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1998 with Fiction categories.
This text contains full coverage of the persons, themes, concepts, places, and creatures of Celtic mythology, in all ancient and modern traditions.