The Celtic Myths That Shape the Way We Think - The Myths That Shape The Way We Think
The Celtic Myths That Shape the Way We Think - The Myths That Shape The Way We Think
hardback
Published:
16 September, 2021
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Description
Williams also explores the contentious use of mythic imagery in nationalist ideology, and how characters and concepts from Celtic legends have been relevant to past and present discussions on national identity. His elegantly written retellings capture the beauty of the original myths while also delving deeper into the history of their meanings, offering the reader an intelligent and engaging take on these powerful stories. Beautiful illustrations of the artworks these myths have inspired over the centuries are presented in a colour-plates section and in black-and-white within the text.
Mark Williams' mythological expertise and captivating writing style makes this book essential reading for anyone who appreciates the myths that have shaped our artistic and literary canons and continue to inspire today.
With 77 illustrations
More Details
| Type | Book |
|---|---|
| ISBN13 | 9780500252369 |
| ISBN10 | 050025236X |
| Number Of Pages | 304 |
| Item Weight | 660 g |
| Publisher / Reseller | Thames & Hudson Ltd |
| Format | hardback |
Media Reviews
'This is simply the best concise work on its subject, for a student or general reader, yet published. The author is not only expert in the original texts but has a profound understanding of how they have been used ever since: and so why they matter' - Ronald Hutton, Professor of History, University of Bristol and author of 'The Witch' and 'Pagan Britain'
'Scholarly but accessible' - Cotswold Life
'An eminently accessible introduction to "Celtic myth" and the specific quirks of its modern reception that will serve as an excellent introduction' - Cambrian Medieval Celtic Studies
'For those interested in the power, pliability, and potency of Irish and Welsh mythology, this book has much to offer' - Church Times
'Readers will have a refreshingly mist-free experience with Williams as an engaging and expert guide. Highly recommended for the interested non-specialist' - Folklore
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Author's Bio
Mark Williams is Associate Professor of Global Medieval Literature at the University of Oxford and the author of Ireland’s Immortals: A History of the Gods of Irish Myth. He writes with ‘extraordinary erudition and devastating wit’ (New York Review of Books).