Essential Celtic Mythology — Lindsay Clarke

Author: Lindsay Clarke
Publisher: Thorsons
Format: Paperback
Edition: First published 1997
ISBN: 1855384779 / 9781855384774

Condition: Good second-hand condition. Paperback with visible shelf wear, rubbing, edge wear and light creasing to the cover and spine. There is a previous price/name written inside the front page. Pages appear intact. Please see photos for the exact copy available.

Essential Celtic Mythology retells key myths and legends from the Celtic traditions of Ireland and Wales, including tales of warrior kings, ancient battles, hidden spirits, leprechauns, love, revenge, enchantment and the Earth-goddess Danu.

Part of the Stories That Change the World series, this accessible collection introduces readers to the magic, mystery and mythic imagination of the ancient Celts. A good entry-level book for readers interested in Celtic mythology, folklore, pagan traditions and old oral storytelling.

About the Author:

Lindsay Clarke is a British novelist and storyteller with a strong interest in mythology, legend and symbolic storytelling. He is known for works including The Chymical Wedding and Alice’s Masque, and his writing often explores myth, transformation and the deeper imaginative traditions behind literature.