A collection of ancient tales ranging from the heroic to the grotesque and macabre brings the Celtic mythological world to life.A druidic tribe clashes with the hordes of the underworld over possession of a sacred island.The curse of a wronged goddess plagues a people during their time of greatest need.A supernatural hero stands singlehandedly against the invasion of the territory he has sworn to protect.A doomed king cannot avoid his fate when he violates all taboos.The warrior feast of feuding clans becomes an epic contest for the champion's portion.And over all, a female battle fury who can take the form of a crow claims her sacrifice in blood and slaughter.This collection from the Irish Mythological and Ulster Cycles includes the Battle of Maige Tuired and the Táin. Each section is accompanied by detailed and informative commentary and analysis as well as additional sections on The Warrior Image / The Sword / Honor, Power & Prophecy / The Cult of the Head / Ogam / Geasa & Attainments.
A collection of ancient tales ranging from the heroic to the grotesque and macabre brings the Celtic mythological world to life.A druidic tribe clashes with the hordes of the underworld over possession of a sacred island.The curse of a wronged goddess plagues a people during their time of greatest need.A supernatural hero stands singlehandedly against the invasion of the territory he has sworn to protect.A doomed king cannot avoid his fate when he violates all taboos.The warrior feast of feuding clans becomes an epic contest for the champion's portion.And over all, a female battle fury who can take the form of a crow claims her sacrifice in blood and slaughter.This collection from the Irish Mythological and Ulster Cycles includes the Battle of Maige Tuired and the Táin. Each section is accompanied by detailed and informative commentary and analysis as well as additional sections on The Warrior Image / The Sword / Honor, Power & Prophecy / The Cult of the Head / Ogam / Geasa & Attainments.
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