num_pages: 64
description: A host of carefully chosen color illustrations accompany a concise but informative text that provides a stimulating introduction to the fascinating world of the pre-Christian Celts.The Celtic world was governed by the elemental forces of nature, where magical things happened. This attractive and colorful book explains how the Celts assigned mythical explanations to natural phenomena, passing on myths and legends through the oral tradition. These stories uphold ideals of behavior, all-conquering love, the powers of birds and animals, and immortality of warrior heroes.
language: English
title: Celtic Myths and Beliefs
titlecomplete: Celtic Myths and Beliefs (Ancient Cultures)
genres: Mythology
ratings_count: 7
publisher: Book Sales