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Trees mirror in many ways the life cycle of human beings: they are born from seed, they breathe and drink, they grow to maturity, reproduce and eventually die from age or disease. Their branches, roots and the veins of their leaves resemble human blood vessels, and certain species even ooze a reddish, blood-like sap when damaged.From ancient times, people appreciated the spiritual value of trees, singling out individual trees for special veneration. In Ireland the roots of tree worship reach deep into pagan Celtic religion and spirituality. Christine Zucchelli looks at these trees, from Fairy Thorns to Rag Trees, from Mass Bushes to Monument Trees. This fascinating exploration of their stories and legends reveals their spiritual, social and historical functions from pagan times to the present.



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'Beautiful arboreal studies, inspiring pleasure in trees'

-- Michael Viney * The Irish Times *

'Inestimable contribution to the knowledge and understanding of trees in Ireland'

* Irish Examiner *

Sacred Trees of Ireland

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      Publisher Gill
      Published 16 May 2016
      ISBN-13 9781848892774
      978-1848892774
      ISBN-10 1848892772
      Also in:
      History European history Folklore studies / Study of myth Celtic religion and mythology

      Description

      Book Synopsis

      Trees mirror in many ways the life cycle of human beings: they are born from seed, they breathe and drink, they grow to maturity, reproduce and eventually die from age or disease. Their branches, roots and the veins of their leaves resemble human blood vessels, and certain species even ooze a reddish, blood-like sap when damaged.From ancient times, people appreciated the spiritual value of trees, singling out individual trees for special veneration. In Ireland the roots of tree worship reach deep into pagan Celtic religion and spirituality. Christine Zucchelli looks at these trees, from Fairy Thorns to Rag Trees, from Mass Bushes to Monument Trees. This fascinating exploration of their stories and legends reveals their spiritual, social and historical functions from pagan times to the present.



      Trade Review

      'Beautiful arboreal studies, inspiring pleasure in trees'

      -- Michael Viney * The Irish Times *

      'Inestimable contribution to the knowledge and understanding of trees in Ireland'

      * Irish Examiner *

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