The Lore of Ireland

Author: Dáithí O hOgáin
Edition: 1St Edition
Binding: Hardcover
ISBN: 1843832151

The Lore of Ireland

Ireland has one of the finest cultural heritages and a standard reference book combining the related subjects of folklore, myth, legend and romance is long overdue. Download The Lore of Ireland from rapidshare, mediafire, 4shared. There are 350 substantial entries, in alphabetical order from AbAn, a 6th-century saint, to Weather, all with full references to sources, a synopsis of relevant stories, and discussion of their origin, nature and development. These are complimented by a genre-list of material under various headings, such as Mythical Lore, Fianna Cycle, Ulster Cycle, King Cycles, Peoples and Traditions, Religious Lore, and Folk Custom and Belief. There is also a wealth of genealogical detail, indicating how historical and social circumstances have influenced the growth and spread of Irish lore. Search and find a lot of education books in many category availabe for free download.

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