Celtic History and Mythology

Celtic History and Mythology

Billy Wellman

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Billy Wellman
Año de edición:
2023
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Folclore, mitos y leyendas
ISBN:
9798887651934
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Two manuscripts in one book:Celtic History: An Enthralling Overview of the CeltsCeltic Mythology: An Enthralling Overview of Celtic Myths, Gods and GoddessesWhether 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 wereHow they settled in IrelandEssential Celtic myths, gods, goddesses, legends, and heroesTheir seasonal festivals and celebrationsKey stories influencing the Celts and the modern IrishCeltic art and its glorious evolution and influence through the agesCeltic rituals, past and presentHow Christianity affected Celtic societyThe rise of Christianity in Ireland and the decline of paganismWhy the Celts matterGods, 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 technologyDifferences between myths, folklore, and legendsThoughts on myths todayChildren of Lir and other Irish mythsFestivals celebrating the cycles of natureThe Scottish Queen of Winter and her impact on the formation of ScotlandMysteries surrounding Loch Ness and NessieMystical and magical water creaturesHaunting myths from Dundee and Clanyard BayThe major Irish gods and goddessesInfluencers from Britain, Wales, and ScotlandAnd many more enjoyable escapades!

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