Celtic Folklore: Welsh And Manx V1

By John Rhys

Book Overview

Celtic Folklore: Welsh And Manx V1 is a book that explores the rich and fascinating world of Welsh and Manx folklore. Written by John Rhys, a renowned Welsh scholar and folklorist, the book is a comprehensive collection of myths, legends, and folktales from these two Celtic regions.The book is divided into two parts, with the first part focusing on Welsh folklore and the second on Manx folklore. Each section contains a wide range of stories, from the well-known tales of King Arthur and the Mabinogion to lesser-known stories of fairies, ghosts, and other supernatural beings.Throughout the book, Rhys provides detailed commentary and analysis of the stories, exploring their origins, meanings, and cultural significance. He also draws on his extensive knowledge of Celtic languages and literature to provide insights into the linguistic and literary aspects of the tales.Overall, Celtic Folklore: Welsh And Manx V1 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in Celtic mythology and folklore, as well as for scholars and students of folklore, literature, and linguistics. With its engaging storytelling and insightful commentary, it offers a fascinating glimpse into the rich and complex world of Celtic folklore.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1428637141
• ISBN13: 9781428637146
• Release Date: July 2006
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 452 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"