Description
| Product ID: | 9781804365199 |
| Product Form: | Paperback / softback |
| Country of Manufacture: | GB |
| Title: | Mythology of the British Isles |
| Authors: | Author: Geoffrey Ashe |
| Page Count: | 368 |
| Subjects: | Folklore studies / Study of myth (mythology), Folklore, myths & legends, United Kingdom, Great Britain |
| Description: | An unforgettable and illuminating exploration of the legends of the British Isles.From the misty centuries of British and Irish prehistory to the height of the dark age, comes tales of giants and fairy-folk, druids and saints. From King Lear and King Arthur, to Fingal, Beowulf, Gwendolen and Guinevere these are the legendary characters who shaped the nation. But who were they?In Mythology of the British Isles, Geoffrey Ashe explores these compelling and ancient stories, seeing how they have taken on fresh significance as historical and archaeological research has uncovered the truth behind each legend.An unforgettable and illuminating exploration of the legends of the British Isles.From the misty centuries of British and Irish prehistory to the height of the dark age, comes tales of giants and fairy-folk, druids and saints. From King Lear and King Arthur, to Fingal, Beowulf, Gwendolen and Guinevere these are the legendary characters who shaped the nation. But who were they? In Mythology of the British Isles, Geoffrey Ashe explores these compelling and ancient stories, seeing how they have taken on fresh significance as historical and archaeological research has uncovered the truth behind each legend. |
| Imprint Name: | Canelo History |
| Publisher Name: | Canelo |
| Country of Publication: | GB |
| Publishing Date: | 2023-05-25 |