Celtic Mythology


Celtic Myths

cover Celtic Myths and Legends
by T. W. Rolleston
US $7.96
Published by Dover Pubns, December 1, 1990
When doing research for a book I went through
dozens of books. This book is extraordinary with
a wealth of background materials, tales, commentary,
and 75 photos and illustrations.


cover Early Irish Myths and Sagas
(Penguin Classics)
by Jeffrey Gantz (Editor)
US $9.56
Published by Penguin USA , March 1, 1982
An excellent scholarly collection of myths and tales
including "The Wooing of Étaín," "The Destruction
of Da Derga's Hostel," "The Birth of Cú Chulaind,"
"The Boyhood Deeds of Cú Chulaind," "The Tale
of Macc Da Thó's Pig," and "Bricriu's Feast."


cover The Tain Translated from
the Irish Epic Tain Bo Cuailnge

by Thomas Kinsella
US $16.95
Published by Oxford Univ Pr, June 1983.
The authoritative translation of the 'Tain,'
or "The Cattle Raid of Cooley."


Conversing With Angels and Ancients : Literary Myths of Medieval Ireland
by Joseph Falaky Nagy
US $22.50
Published by Cornell Univ Pr, June 1997
A superior scholarly publication on Medieval
Irish Myths by a leading celticist.



Picture Books

The Illustrated Guide to Celtic Mythology
by T. W. Rolleston
US $11.19
Published by Crescent Books, November 1, 1996
Another superior book by Rolleston. Includes
100 full-color and 100 b&w illustrations.


cover The Sacred World of the Celts : An Illustrated
Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology

by Nigel Pennick
US $19.60
Published by Inner Traditions Intl Ltd, November 1997
A luxurious gook with 130 color photos.


The Celts in Myth and Legend
(Myths of the World)
by Timothy R. Roberts
US $11.19
Reprint Edition Published by Metro Books, April 1, 1995
75 full color photos and illustrations.



Celtic Woman

Celtic Goddesses : Warriors, Virgins and Mothers
by Miranda Green
US $21.00
Published by George Braziller, January 1, 1996
"Green (archaeology and Celtic studies, U. of Wales)
surveys the role of women in Celtic society and the
representations and influence of the divine female
in myth."—BookNews, Inc.
Reviews and Table of Contents


Celtic Women : In Legend, Myth and History
by Lyn Webster Wilde, Courtney Davis (Illustrator)
US $19.57
Published by Blandford Pr, March 1, 1997
"This title blends myth considerations with history
and cultural insights, exploring history and literature
to probe the reality of Celtic women's lives."
—Midwest Book Review.


Celtic Women : Women in Celtic Society and Literature
by Peter Berresford Ellis
US $17.50
Published by Wm B Eerdmans Pub Co, April 1996
"A scholarly study examining the origins of the Celtic
goddess and the presence of Celtic female deities,
presenting a case for early evidence of women's
rights and powers in ancient Celtic society."
—Midwest Book Review.
Reviews and Table of Contents



Druids

cover The Druids
by Peter Berresford Ellis
US $17.50
Reprint Edition
Published by Wm B Eerdmans Pub Co, June 1, 1995
"Peter Berresford Ellis sifts through the evidence,
and, with reference to the latest archaeological
findings and the use of etymology, he provides
the reader with the first authentic account of who
and what [the druids] were."—Card catalog.
Reviews and Table of Contents


cover The Druids
(Ancient Peoples and Places Series)
by Stuart Piggott
US $12.76
Published by W.W. Norton & Company, May 1, 1985
Norton's scholarly, trustworthy edition on the druids.


The History and Origins of Druidism
by Lewis Spence
US $10.36
Reprint Edition, Paperback
Published by Newcastle Publishing Co, March 1, 1995
The renowned medievalist's work in reprint edition.

The Book of Druidry : History, Sites and Wisdom
by Ross Nichols, John Matthews, Philip Carr-Gomm (Editor), phi Carr-Gomm
US $15.20
Published by Thorsons Pub, May 1, 1992
"From their earliest history to the current renaissance--
including a study of the shaping of their ideas, their
principal deities and myths, their learning and social
organization, and more." —The Publisher.


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