Books based on irish mythology

Check out the awesome deeds of the celtic gods and heroes. Mar 11, 2015 fantasies inspired by mythology from the british isles. Introduce yourself to the noble heroes and magical creatures of irish mythology. Irish mythology, folk tales and history is separated into four cycles the mythological cycle, the ulster cycle, the fenian cycle and the historical cycle. Hounded by kevin hearne, daughter of the forest by juliet marillier, hexed by kevin hearne, the mabinogion by. Fragarach sword of the god of the seas manannan mac lir and later lugh in irish legend.

The book of invasions form the major part of the mythological cycle. Stories of warriors with all the knowledge of the world, fairies playing pranks on farm owners and leprechauns hiding their gold at the. The dangerous women of irish mythology dangerous women. Llywelyn has set many of her books and stories in ireland, but this retelling of the fenian cycle myths is a deep dive into the story of an irish. At present, we mainly produce fiction literary adventurethriller that contains strong elements of irish culture, folklore and mythology. These cycles define important events in irish history, from the invasions of ireland by the various celtic tribes, to the division of the country into the five gaelic provinces of ulster. The book of hedge druidry is for those who feel called to explore a powerful earth based spirituality rooted in celtic lore. His dark materials by philip pullman iron druid series by kevin hearne. Theres a ridiculous number of introductory books on celtic mythology out there. We produce books based on genuine aspects of irish culture mythology.

If you are interested in books based on irish mythology, i strongly recommend you the sevenwaters trilogy by juliet marillier. Ie is an irish based online bookstore offering a wide diverse range of books, new releases, bestsellers, bargains and rare books, with worldwide delivery. Examining mythology in the chronicles of narnia by c. The three main manuscript sources for irish mythology are the late 11thearly 12th century lebor na huidre book of the dun cow which is in the library of the royal irish academy, the early 12th century book of leinster in the library of trinity college, dublin, and the bodleian library, ms rawlinson b 502 rawl. Could you suggest me books based on celtic or norse mythology. Gilded based on korean mythology by christina farley. Mar 17, 2011 irelands long history is riddled with ancient mythology and folklore. Animated music video by finnish folk metal band korpiklaani about a villager based on their drummer who, after a festive night in a tavern, starts sleepwalking and wanders off into the woods, so the spirit of the mountain helps him out. Blomquist colums anthology of irish verse breac digital journal of irish studies medieval celtic manuscripts the book of kells carmina gadelica celt irish electronic. They are a total of six books, but the first three stand as a trilogy that was later expanded, so you can focus o. Im all for celebrating irish culture, learning irish historymyths, or recognizing the strugglestriumphsstories of irish americans, but i hate all of the leprechaun kitsch, blatant inaccuracies, and general misinformation. Most popular celtic mythology movies and tv shows imdb.

Fairy tales and stories of enchantment from ireland, scotland, brittany, and wales irish books, mythology books, adult fairy tales, celtic gifts. Tolkien denied their influence, but critics have found several parallels. Includes the two definitive works on the subject by the giants of the irish. Best mythology books for kids and teens common sense media. Celtic mythology and irish legends books and activities for.

I hope this will help you to understand the construction and deconstructions of myths which have strong bearing on our understanding of our cultural past and pre. What are some of the must read books on indian mythology. Below is a list of books about greek mythology, based on or inspired by these myths. As part of my world folktale picture book series, this book list of celtic mythology, irish legends and folk lore will introduce your children to the legends of that fair green isle. Jan 28, 2020 celtic mythology is, by far, one of my favorite things to discuss. Unless i wasted decades and thousands of dollars on books by academics new and old, this book is rubbish. The riddlemaster trilogy blends celtic mythology, riddles, and shapeshifting magic into a beguiling tale of discovery. This already difficult quest is further complicated by the fact that most of these books have extremely generic titles like celtic myths and legends or celtic. Feb 27, 2016 here is list of around 14 writers and their retelling of past from indian mythology. Celtic mythology is, by far, one of my favorite things to discuss. Heres six of the most fascinating and spellbinding stories from the psychedelic annals of celtic mythology. From fionn mac cumhaill to the children of lir, enjoy the top ten stories from irish mythology. Ive spent a good chunk of the past two years studying and reading the myths and legends for my own personal research, and ive come away wanting to learn even more.

Sailing from new york, she set out to determine the condition of the irish poor and discover why so many were emigrating to her home country. The legends of ancient greece, rome and the norse and celtic worlds. Irish imbas books was established in 2014 by irish author brian osullivan and family. What are the most interesting novels based on mythology. Jan 16, 2014 irish imbas books was established in 2014 by irish author brian osullivan and family. Love in the time of global warming by francesca lia block. Fascinating myths and legends of gods, goddesses, heroes and monster from the ancient irish, welsh, scottish and brittany mythology. Aug 15, 2016 10 books about mythology for readers who want to dive into ancient myths. Celtic myths and legends by peter berresford ellis. Delve into these tales of war, destruction, love, and rebirth, and superstition now. Just about every book on the celts that was published after the. A concise guide to the gods, sagas and beliefs greek mythology norse mythology egyptian mythology celtic mythology book 4 by hourly history. They are a total of six books, but the first three stand as a trilogy that was later expanded, so you can focus on the first three without fear of ending up with an unfinished story. Smashwords about irish imbas books, author of foreign.

Some of these books and texts are translations of celtic legends and sagas. They are a total of six books, but the first three stand as a trilogy that was later expanded, so you can focus on the first three. Stories based on irish mythology and culture have been bowdlerised quite a lot over the last two hundred years or so, often to the point where, now, many people struggle to differentiate genuine irish history and mythology with commerciallyproduced celtic. Celtic myths and legends celtic, irish 9780486265070. In 20, will sliney released cu chulainn, an irish graphic novel based off the hero and tells the story of his life. The 10 best celtic mythology books norse mythology for smart. When youre seeking a departure and or an awakening, read these 20 mythology books, from classic greek titles to japanese, russian, irish, and african stories. Stories based on irish mythology and culture have been bowdlerised quite a lot over the last two hundred years or so, often to the point where, now, many people struggle to differentiate genuine irish history and mythology with commerciallyproduced celtic fantasy. This already difficult quest is further complicated by the fact that most of these books have extremely generic titles like celtic myths and legends or celtic mythology. Here are the books to read a minister, a historian and irish writers select the modern works from ross ocarrollkelly to donal ryan that capture for them.

Book news on irish mythology a summary for 2019 irish. It was the stories of successive invasions and settlement of the celtic people on ireland. The riddlemaster trilogy blends celtic mythology, riddles, and shapeshifting magic into a. The riddlemaster trilogy blends celtic mythology, riddles. At first glance, they continue reading the 10 best celtic. Apr 12, 2018 if you are like me, you love revised fairy tales, and the revision of greek or roman mythology to new purposes is just as satisfying. Oct, 2019 when youre seeking a departure and or an awakening, read these 20 mythology books, from classic greek titles to japanese, russian, irish, and african stories. So here are a few books about mythology to get you started. Celtic fantasy is a part of the mythic fantasy subgenre, but is of course specific to celtic myth. The three main manuscript sources for irish mythology are the late 11thearly 12th century lebor na huidre book of the dun cow which is in the library of the royal irish academy, the early 12th century book of leinster in the library of trinity college. We produce books based on genuine aspects of irish mythology. Sharon blackie is a writer with a phd in behavioural neuroscience from the university of london, an ma in creative writing from manchester metropolitan university, and she is completing an ma in celtic. Fiction or nonfiction books on irish mythology or folklore by irish writers.

Sep 08, 2016 i eat up books about gods and mythologywhether theyre based on existing mythologies or new systems the author created, whether theyre set in the past or right on our own streets, whether the gods are on the periphery or in the sheets, or whether the authors stick with one pantheon or mix them all up. Figuring out which ones are the best can be a daunting task. Celtic mythology is the mythology of celtic polytheism, the religion of the iron age celts. I am delighted to introduce irish author michael bolan to you today. The book of invasions was supposed to contain the fictional history of ireland. During the 19th and early 20th century there was a resurgence of interest in the folklore of ireland, wales and scotland. The mabinogion was part of the red book of hergest, a source of welsh celtic lore, which the red book of westmarch, a supposed source of hobbitlore, probably imitates. For the reader whos looking for an entertaining introduction to celtic mythology that. The arthurian legends are part of the celtic and welsh cultural heritage.

Norse fantasy a fantasy novel but which heavily features elements, setting and characters as well as objects from norse mythology. Cu chulainn was the most prominent of hero of ulster and his story is told largely in within the ulster cycle of irish mythology. Since ive read mainly hindu mythology books, i can help only with those. Website for irish and celtic literature, mythology, and folklore, including fairy tales, mythological hero tales, and study resources. With handson practices as well as fascinating perspectives on what it means to be a druid, this book walks you through the magic of the liminal realm and. These include some fabulously well researched books. The dangerous women of irish mythology dangerous women project. Sharon blackie is an awardwinning writer and internationally recognised teacher whose work sits at the interface of psychology, mythology and ecology. Irish mythology and folklore by irish writers 29 books. The only example i can think of horror fiction based on irish or celtic mythology off the top of my head is the story of rawhead rex from clive barkers books of blood, but im sure there has to be more. Celtic mythology collection 2016 by irish imbas books this collection by a new wave of contemporary authors sighle meehan, sheelagh russell brown, marc mcentegart, coral atkinson and marie gethins mark a new movement of authentic and original celtic based writing and a better understanding of celtic cultures. Trying to decide where to start or where to go next from your current position, continue reading the 10 best norse mythology books. Irelands ancient societies, the druids and the celtics, believed in the power of magic and many of these beliefs spread to modern day legends told again and again across the country. The 10 books and series listed below are just the tip of the.

Were very strong on delivering content thats entertaining but also culturally authentic. The 2000ad character slaine is partly based on cu chulainn with many of his stories based on celtic mythology. Best mythology books for kids and teens at some point during their grade school years, lots of kids go through a big mythology phase they cant get enough of stories about gods, goddesses, and other mythological creatures. There are so many books on norse mythology out there, especially at the beginner level, that if you were to make a pile with one copy of each it would probably reach all the way up to asgard itself. Celtic mythology, fantasy, and historical fiction books set in ancient ireland score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. Make sure to add these irish classics to your reading list. Like other iron age europeans, the early celts maintained a polytheistic mythology and religious structure. Hounded by kevin hearne, daughter of the forest by juliet marillier, hexed by kevin hearne, the mabinogion by anonymou. The battle of the labyrinth by rick riordan, the titans curse by rick riordan, the sea of monsters by rick riordan. Mythology is an incredibly rich and fascinating field of study, and it just gets more fascinating the more you study it.

The great irish hero cu chulainn is to irish mythology, what achilles is to greek mythology. Mar 10, 2016 irish imbas books was established in 2014 by irish author brian osullivan and family. The riddlemaster trilogy blends celtic mythology, riddles, and. The 10 best celtic mythology books norse mythology for. Caladbolg twohanded sword of fergus mac roich in irish legend. Irish, scottish and welsh culture are threaded throughout the book, as is. Her highly acclaimed books, courses, lectures and workshops are focused on the development of. Both brave warriors were undefeatable in battle and both were demigods. Celtic mythology and irish legends books and activities. The 10 best norse mythology books norse mythology for smart. What could be better than a day dedicated to encouraging folks to pick up a book. Set in the 14th century, the trilogy follows william wallace, robert the bruce, and sir james the black douglass they fight to liberate scotland.

Patricks day in order to read irish folktales to your kids. From the irish epic tain bo cuailnge by anonymous, irelands immortals. The narration is very good, and i personally loved it. It shows the what could have been of india, following t.

At present, we mainly produce fiction literary adventurethriller that contains strong. Irelands welcome to the stranger also on kindle is an american widows account of her travels in ireland in 184445 on the eve of the great famine. A visual dictionary with entries and more than 600 fine art images. It is her complexity, perhaps, that fascinates above all else. In fact, weve published a fair few articles ourselves recently about the history, culture and literature surrounding the little wee folk of irish lore. In the seven books that make up the chronicles of narnia, lewis creates a viable mythology that stands alone according to his standards, passed down through oral, prophetic, and natural means. As an irish american mythologyreligion major, i have a lovehate relationship with st. From the irish epic tain bo cuailnge by anonymous, child of the prophecy by juliet marillier, daughter of the. Sf and fantasy books that are either directly inspired by celtic myth and folklore. Score a book s total score is based on multiple factors, including the number of people who have voted for it and how highly those voters ranked the book. The 10 best norse mythology books norse mythology for. Here is an excerpt from his latest book, the stone bridge. Online shopping from a great selection at books store.