The Four Branches of the Mabinogi: Epic Stories, Ancient Traditions

Book Overview

A popular collection of ancient Celtic myths from Wales, with Arthurian tales, and part of a grand tradition that links Irish, Scottish and European culture.

The ancient Mabinogi is a great world literature, and fascinating Celtic mythology. Centuries of oral storytelling worked up its intricate art, delighting every generation of all ages. The Guest translation from Middle Welsh is the most well-loved, in this new edition with expert introduction by Sh n Morgain. Featuring war, love, politics, enchantment, and destiny, with companion tales telling the earliest King Arthur. Brave heroes, dangerous villains, and strong, unforgettable women struggle with classic challenges we know today.

FLAME TREE 451. The bestselling paperback series on myths, legends, warriors, leaders and epic literature. Although Norse, Greek and Celtic mythology dominate the popular imagination in Western countries, there are so many other tradition around the world that contribute to the rich exploration of our collective past and create new perspectives on events of the past, and the lessons of the future.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1839649933
• ISBN13: 9781839649936
• Release Date: November 2022
• Publisher: Flame Tree 451
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.3" x 7.4"