The Irish landscape is alive with pagan powers, gods and spirits. Inside every hill are feasting halls of otherworldly beings who sometimes emerge into our realm, or entice the unwary into theirs.
Lakes and rivers have their own divinities, sacred pagan springs cure everything from toothache to insanity, and gods and goddesses live on in ancient stones. In this fascinating and beautiful book Hector McDonnell describes how Ireland's pre-Christian beliefs still shape its rich customs and beliefs today.
WOODEN BOOKS are small but packed with information. ""Fascinating"" FINANCIAL TIMES. ""Beautiful"" LONDON REVIEW OF BOOKS. ""Rich and Artful"" THE LANCET. ""Genuinely mind-expanding"" FORTEAN TIMES. ""Excellent"" NEW SCIENTIST. ""Stunning"" NEW YORK TIMES. Small books, big ideas.
By:
Hector Mcdonnell Imprint: Andrews and McMeel Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 155mm,
Width: 125mm,
ISBN:9781904263623 ISBN 10: 1904263623 Pages: 64 Publication Date:20 March 2008 Recommended Age: 14-99 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
