Celtic religion and mythology Books

Book SynopsisA practical guide to an ancient and mysterious tradition that is enjoying an astonishing revival worldwide. It presents a study of the Celts: their traditional ceremonies, rituals and lore linked to the seasons; Hallowe'en and modern Witchcraft (or Wicca); and, the Celtic gods, goddesses and heroes.

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Book SynopsisThe legend of King Arthur lives on...It is several years now since Arthur, the Last Dragon of Britain, has set foot on home soil. Roaming the Land of the Denes, he has not only engaged in brutal and bloody conflict with the barbaric Geats but he has also unearthed the most evil force within the royal court of Heorot. And, under the guidance of Stormbringer, the mighty Sae Dene king, he has honed his skills as a commander. Now the time has come for Arthur to brave the dangers of the frozen north as he and a band of daring sea-faring warriors prepare to embark on his ultimate voyage - to return to Britain and to create a kingdom of his own...Trade ReviewHume brings the bloody, violent, conniving world vividly to life...will appeal to those who thrill to Game of Thrones and other tales of intersecting, ever-warring, noble lineages * Kirkus Review *Hume deftly navigates the Arthurian legends, populating them with likable and despicable characters, and casting them in a fully realized historical setting * Publishers Weekly *Historical fiction of the most bloodthirsty and roistering kind * Australian Bookseller & Publishers Magazine *Exciting, violent and bloody... Up there with Conn Iggulden and Bernard Cornwell -- www.lovereading.co.ukIt's a slice of history that's totally, utterly believable. Magnificent -- www.booksmonthly.co.uk

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Book SynopsisThe Abode of Fancy tells the story of a young Dublin man, Simeon Collins – lonely and desperate for love – whose friendships with a loosely associated group of elderly, alcoholic men yield a grim picture of his own probable future life. It also tells the story of the Mad Monk, a mythical god-man, who returns to Ireland, eager to find his long-dead brother Elijah. And then there’s the lovesick hare, the ghostly skeletal bull, and the barmy banshee Maggie Nutmeg Devlin. As the stories progress, the two worlds draw closer and closer, interweaving to fuse reality and fantasy in an exhilarating extravaganza that explores the nature of loneliness, the impossibility of love, and the possible consolations of friendship. This is an elaborate literary novel, sure to garner a cult following, drawing together Irish traditions of linguistic whimsy and ironic fantasy, with a modern hysterical realist style. Coll has an unmistakably distinctive voice, and with unrivalled linguistic flair he expertly combines the tenderness and simplicity of a child with the cynicism and gloom of an old man. The Abode of Fancy is an auspicious debut and a hilarious, heartbreaking and jaw-dropping read. Extracts from the novel have been featured in Granta and The Stinging FlyTrade Review‘Wildly talented … a huge, mad gem.’—Donal Ryan ‘Marvellously strange’ —Sara Baume

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Book SynopsisA collection of essays exploring the interpretation of medieval identities through burial data.Trade ReviewAn engaging and stimulating collection of value for the serious student of the subject. Christopher Scull, British Archaeology, May/June 2010 * British Archaeology, May/June 2010 *Table of Contents Preface – Duncan Sayer and Howard Williams 1. 'Halls of mirrors': death and identity in medieval archaeology - Howard Williams and Duncan Sayer 2. Working with the dead - Robert Chapman 3. Beowulf and British prehistory - Richard Bradley 4. Fighting wars, gaining status: on the rise of Germanic elites - Stefan Burmeister 5. ‘Hunnic’ modified skulls: physical appearance, identity and the transformative nature of migrations - Susanne Hakenbeck 6. Rituals to free the spirit – or what the cremation pyre told - Karen Høilund Nielsen 7.Barrows, roads and ridges – or where to bury the dead? The choice of burial grounds in late Iron-Age Scandinavia - Eva S. Thäte 8. Anglo-Saxon DNA? - Catherine Hills 9. Laws, funerals and cemetery organisation: the seventh-century Kentish family - Duncan Sayer 10. On display – envisioning the early Anglo-Saxon dead - Howard Williams 11. Variation in the British burial rite: AD 400–700 - David Petts 12. Anglo-Saxon attitudes: how should post-AD 700 burials be interpreted? - Grenville Astill 13. Rethinking later medieval masculinity: the male body in death - Roberta Gilchrist Bibilography Index

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Book SynopsisA collection of essays exploring the interpretation of medieval identities through burial data.Trade ReviewAn engaging and stimulating collection of value for the serious student of the subject. Christopher Scull, British Archaeology, May/June 2010 * British Archaeology, May/June 2010 *Table of Contents Preface – Duncan Sayer and Howard Williams 1. 'Halls of mirrors': death and identity in medieval archaeology - Howard Williams and Duncan Sayer 2. Working with the dead - Robert Chapman 3. Beowulf and British prehistory - Richard Bradley 4. Fighting wars, gaining status: on the rise of Germanic elites - Stefan Burmeister 5. ‘Hunnic’ modified skulls: physical appearance, identity and the transformative nature of migrations - Susanne Hakenbeck 6. Rituals to free the spirit – or what the cremation pyre told - Karen Høilund Nielsen 7.Barrows, roads and ridges – or where to bury the dead? The choice of burial grounds in late Iron-Age Scandinavia - Eva S. Thäte 8. Anglo-Saxon DNA? - Catherine Hills 9. Laws, funerals and cemetery organisation: the seventh-century Kentish family - Duncan Sayer 10. On display – envisioning the early Anglo-Saxon dead - Howard Williams 11. Variation in the British burial rite: AD 400–700 - David Petts 12. Anglo-Saxon attitudes: how should post-AD 700 burials be interpreted? - Grenville Astill 13. Rethinking later medieval masculinity: the male body in death - Roberta Gilchrist Bibilography Index

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Book SynopsisFor fifteen centuries, legends of King Arthur have inspired generations. In the misty past of a Britain under siege, half-remembered events became shrouded in ancient myth and folklore. The resulting tales were told and retold, until over time Arthur, Camelot, Avalon, the Round Table, the Holy Grail, Excalibur, Lancelot and Guinevere all became instantly recognizable icons. Along the way, Arthur's life and times were recast in the mould of the hero's journey: his miraculous conception at Tintagel through the magical intercession of his shaman guide, Merlin; the childhood deed of pulling the Sword from the Stone through which Arthur was anointed King; the Quest for the Holy Grail, the most sacred object in Christendom; the betrayal of Arthur by his wife and champion; and the apocalyptic battle between Good and Evil, ending with Arthur's journey to the Otherworld. Arthur: God and Hero in Avalon views Arthur in terms of comparative mythology, and argues that the Once and Future King remains relevant because his story speaks so eloquently about universal human needs and anxieties. The book discusses the tales of King Arthur, from the very earliest versions to the most recent film and television adaptations, and offers readers an insight into why Arthur remains so popular.

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Book SynopsisThe daughters of Danu has been written to encourage people regardless of where they are on their chosen path, to excite and encourage the reader to deepen their knowledge by inwardly asking themselves such questions as; Who are these magical characters, and what do they represent? Most of the ancient teaching methods were done through metaphor, symbolism and even parable, why? Because they work. For any beginner starting out on a Pagan learning curve, the Pagan scene can be very confusing and even disheartening. The key is is that once you know what questions to ask, the answers will be all that much easier to find, and this book will give the reader the incentive to unearth those questions. On the other hand, for the established Pagan, this book will be a joy to read and the roller coaster ride of an adventure that will resonate with what they have already learned. Regardless of who you are, how old or young, there will be something within this story that will inspire your spirit and lift your heart.

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Book SynopsisAn overflowing cauldron of information, magickal works, and Druid rituals, Exploring Celtic Druidism is the first book to present the authentic teachings of the modern Celtic Druid tradition to a popular audience. You''ll learn what Druidism is and how to practice it to achieve a more positive and enriching life. Included are easy-to-use instructions for gathering your ritual tools, choosing a craft name, personal initiation, as well as doing magickal works and celebrating the eight Great Days of the year. Exploring Celtic Druidism opens the door to the world of the Druids, the group most closely associated with Stonehenge and the mysterious standing stones. This hands-on training guide can help readers discover the Merlin within them. Exploring Celtic Druidism explains how to attain a high degree of inner-vision through personal initiation.

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Book SynopsisCombining the enchantment of ancient magick with the playfulness of the Celtic spirit, Clan of the Goddess invites women to reclaim their feminine side and reconnect with the divine.

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