Mythology of the British Isles

Author: Ashe, Geoffrey

United Kingdom, Great Britain

Published on 25 May 2023 by Canelo (Canelo History) in the United Kingdom.

Paperback | 368 pages
129 x 197 x 26 | 254g

An unforgettable and illuminating exploration of the legends of the British Isles.From the misty centuries of British and Irish prehistory to the height of the dark age, comes tales of giants and fairy-folk, druids and saints. From King Lear and King Arthur, to Fingal, Beowulf, Gwendolen and Guinevere these are the legendary characters who shaped the nation.

But who were they?In Mythology of the British Isles, Geoffrey Ashe explores these compelling and ancient stories, seeing how they have taken on fresh significance as historical and archaeological research has uncovered the truth behind each legend.