The myths and legends of prehistoric Ireland have inspired writers through the ages; down to W.B. Yeats and Seamus Heaney in our own century; but what do we know of the realities of ancient Irish belief? Daithi O hOgain's book approaches the question by studying archaeological remains such as tumuli; stone henges and circular enclosures and analysing the rich materials that have been handed down both in the great cycles of Irish heroic tales and the humble but significant survivals of modern folklore; for instance the traditions associated with wells and springs. Drawing evidence from these varied sources; he arrives at a balanced picture of a society and its beliefs which have all too often been the subject of conjecture and fancy.
#2702806 in Books 1977-06-15 1977-06-15Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 249.43 x .14 x 7.25l; .35 #File Name: 085045251150 pages
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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Five StarsBy Patricia HodsonPictures could be better but ok0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Four StarsBy DR. LOVEFINGERSinstering insight into this subject matter0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Portuguese Army in Napoleonic WarsBy R. FurtadoIt is hard to find a book in English dealing with the subject of the Portuguese Army so this general overview of Portuguese Army is good. Good pictures and maps to help the reader to get a better understanding of events.
