The Four Branches of the Mabinogi: Epic Stories, Ancient Traditions by J.K. Jack

Description: The Four Branches of the Mabinogi by J.K. Jackson, Shân Morgain The ancient Mabinogi is a great world literature and fascinating Celtic mythology. Here in the much-loved Guest translation and including companion tales telling of the earliest King Arthur. Latest title in the new series created for the modern reader to introduce the heroes, cultures, myths and religions of former times. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A popular collection of ancient Celtic myths from Wales, with Arthurian tales, and part of a grand tradition that links Irish, Scottish and European culture. A celtic-origin masterpiece of myth and legend the Mabinogion is a translation from Medieval Welsh of four cycles of tales, based on literature of the 12th and 13th centrury, although that is thought to be based on centuries of oral storytelling. Stories of the underworld, a war with Ireland, enchantment and magical creatures are accompanied by tales of King Arthur and his court. 10 b/w illustrations Author Biography Jackson is General Editor of The Worlds Greatest Myths and Legends series, with titles including Myths of Babylon, Indian Myth, Egyptian Myth, Norse Myth and Polynesian Island Myth. He is editor of Myths and Legends and foreword writer for Celtic Myths and Tales. Other related work includes articles on the Philosophy of Time, Macbeth, A Gothic Chaos and William Blakes use of mythology in his visionary literature.Shân Morgain is an international Mabinogi expert. Her 35 years of love and research opens up the tales secrets to a new generation, revealing new insights previously unknown. Like Charlotte Guest, she married in to Wales, becoming a proudly honorary Welshwoman. She writes from two perspectives: academic scholar (Swansea University), and priestess (House of the Goddess, London). Her Mabinogi Study website with its acclaimed Mabinogi Bibliography has been nominated to the UK Web Archive as an important part of Wales documentary heritage. Promotional A popular collection of ancient Celtic myths from Wales, with Arthurian tales, and part of a grand tradition that links Irish, Scottish and European culture. Promotional "Headline" A popular collection of ancient Celtic myths from Wales, with Arthurian tales, and part of a grand tradition that links Irish, Scottish and European culture. Description for Sales People * Brings to life one of the worlds great literary masterpieces.* Classic ancient legends with vivid characters, landscape and culture.* Introduction by an expert in the literature.* Part of a successful series on the worlds greatest myths, legends & fairy tales. Details ISBN1839649933 Short Title Mabinogion Pages 256 Language English Year 2022 ISBN-10 1839649933 ISBN-13 9781839649936 Subtitle Epic Stories, Ancient Traditions Format Paperback Imprint Flame Tree 451 Publisher Flame Tree Publishing Series The Worlds Greatest Myths and Legends Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Illustrations 10 Line drawings, black and white Publication Date 2022-07-19 AU Release Date 2022-07-19 NZ Release Date 2022-07-19 UK Release Date 2022-07-19 Author Shân Morgain Edited by J.K. Jackson Edition Description New edition DEWEY 398.209429 Audience General Alternative 9781804179802 We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:135520690;

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