Dimensions
190 x 246 x 13mm
Illustrated by Andrew Whitson.
Celtic culture retained its oral only tadition until the advent of Celtic Christianity, when paganism of previous centuries was re-interpreted, altered and adapted by the early monks. Nevertheless, many pre-Christian elements survived and further evolved, in Ireland and the other British Celtic nations of Scotland, Wales, Isle of Man and Cornwall. Nowadays, the renewed interest and appreciation of what were once quaint beliefs means that giants, demons, sea sprites, wise women and fairies can again be viewed in contact.
It is an explanation and celebration of these wondrously strange creatures and entities that are captured by Dr Bob Curran in this book. Inside, he retells selected tales from each tradition, bringing to life each archetype in a vivid, authentic and entertaining manner. Throughout, his words are enhanced and provided with a vibrant reality through the work of talented artist Andrew Whitson. Together in this dazzling book, they give us an exciting and important new perspective and modern reappraisal of Celtic culture and its richness of tradition.
