Ireland's Ghts, Legends, and Lore (Paperback)

There's no clear-cut beginning or end between the conclusion of paganism and the beginning of Christianity in Ireland. The old gods lingered, but the Celtic Church was established, thanks to St. Patrick, by the fifth century in Ireland. Stirring Irish tales of demons and banshees, restless dead, and magical beasts were written down by Christian scribes centuries later. Christianity did not lead to happiness on this island, however. Its history has been dominated by its striving for independence from Great Britain. Its beautiful, but bleak, landscape of ruined castles, devastated abbeys, prehistoric stone circles, and foggy bogs contain many vengeful ghosts. Follow the ambitious Irish chiefs and the English kings, the family feuds, and the constant troubles with the English in over 30 spine-tingling tales. Reflect on the rich blend of Celtic myths and legends, and the worlds of fairies and leprechauns. When you read these stories, you will soon appreciate why the Irish have such a belief in the forces of the unknown.

General

Imprint:	Schiffer Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United States
Release date:	November 2013
First published:	November 2013
Authors:	E. Ashley Rooney
Dimensions:	229 x 152 x 10mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	160
ISBN-13:	978-0-7643-4508-1
Categories:	Books > Health, Home & Family > Mind, body & spirit > The Occult > General Books > Mind, Body & Spirit > The Occult > General
LSN:	0-7643-4508-7
Barcode:	9780764345081

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