The Lore of Ireland : An Encyclopaedia of Myth, Legend and Romance Paperback / softback
by Daithi O Hogain
Paperback / softback
Description
The definitive reference book on Ireland's cultural and religious heritage. Ireland has one of the finest cultural heritages and a standard reference book combining the related subjects of folklore, myth, legend and romance is long overdue.
There are 350 substantial entries, in alphabetical order from Abán, a 6th-century saint, to Weather, all with full references to sources, a synopsis of relevant stories, and discussion of their origin, nature and development.
These are complimented by a genre-list of material under various headings, such as Mythical Lore, Fianna Cycle, Ulster Cycle, King Cycles, Peoples and Traditions, Religious Lore, and Folk Custom and Belief.
There is also a wealth of genealogical detail, indicating how historical and social circumstances have influenced the growth and spread of Irish lore. DAITHI O HOGAIN, Associate Professor of Irish Folklore at University College Dublin, was an international authority on folklore and traditional literature.
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Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:549 pages
- Publisher:Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Publication Date:05/12/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9781837651122
Information
-
Out of stock
- Format:Paperback / softback
- Pages:549 pages
- Publisher:Boydell & Brewer Ltd
- Publication Date:05/12/2023
- Category:
- ISBN:9781837651122