The Sacred World of the Celts: An Illustrated Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology - Softcover

Celtic language and legend were largely passed down through the monks of Ireland and Wales and consequently were "christianized." In turn, these renditions were subject to the interpretations of various "Celtic" revivalists that further concealed the true nature of the Celtic world. Nigel Pennick pushes back these disfiguring overlays and restores to us the primordial Celtic tradition, one which interweaves the spirit into all aspects of daily life. 

Examines all aspects of Celtic life, including myth, the status of women, and the bardic tradition. 

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The Sacred World of the Celts
An Illustrated Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology

Introduction: Celtic Culture
1. A Short History of the Celts
2. Lifestyle and Society
3. Celtic Arts and Crafts
4. Celtic Mythology and Folklore
5. Celtic Religion and Spirituality
6. The Celtic Church
7. The Sacred Year
8. Celtic Landscape
9. The Celtic Heritage
10. The Celtic Spirit at the Millennium
Index