Celtic History and Mythology: An Enthralling Guide to the Celts and their Myths, Gods, and Goddesses
Two manuscripts in one book:
- Celtic History: An Enthralling Overview of the Celts
- Celtic Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Celtic Myths, Gods and Goddesses
Whether you're already familiar with the Celts or whether you've never even heard of them, The first part of this book is for you. If you would like to delve into their lives, culture, and modern Ireland's Celtic heritage, you can find all of that in this comprehensive, captivating guide.
In the first part of this book, you will know:
- Where the Celts came from and who they were
- How they settled in Ireland
- Essential Celtic myths, gods, goddesses, legends, and heroes
- Their seasonal festivals and celebrations
- Key stories influencing the Celts and the modern Irish
- Celtic art and its glorious evolution and influence through the ages
- Celtic rituals, past and present
- How Christianity affected Celtic society
- The rise of Christianity in Ireland and the decline of paganism
- Why the Celts matter
Gods, goddesses, fairies, and supernatural creatures are the lead characters in Celtic stories and tales from long ago. Often used to explain natural phenomena, life and death, and our existence, myths informed ancient people about their lives. Through listening to stories about heroic and fantastical escapades, our ancestors learned about their societal expectations. And the Celts were no different.
In the second part of this book, you will discover:
- Methods used to explain the world without technology
- Differences between myths, folklore, and legends
- Thoughts on myths today
- Children of Lir and other Irish myths
- Festivals celebrating the cycles of nature
- The Scottish Queen of Winter and her impact on the formation of Scotland
- Mysteries surrounding Loch Ness and Nessie
- Mystical and magical water creatures
- Haunting myths from Dundee and Clanyard Bay
- The major Irish gods and goddesses
- Influencers from Britain, Wales, and Scotland
- And many more enjoyable escapades!
Author: Billy Wellman
Publisher: Billy Wellman
Published: 06/26/2023
Pages: 282
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.2lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.69d
ISBN: 9798887651934
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