The Celtic Dragon Myth - Hardcover

by J. F. Campbell (Author), George Henderson (Translator)

The Celtic Dragon Myth by J.F. Campbell is a comprehensive exploration of the mythology surrounding dragons in ancient Celtic culture. The book delves into the origins of these mythical creatures, tracing their roots back to early Celtic folklore and legends. It explores the various roles that dragons played in Celtic mythology, from their association with the elements to their role as guardians of treasure and wisdom. The book also examines the different types of dragons found in Celtic mythology, including the water dragon, the fire dragon, and the earth dragon. Throughout the book, Campbell draws on a wide range of sources, including ancient manuscripts, poetry, and folklore, to provide a detailed and engaging account of the Celtic dragon myth. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in Celtic mythology, folklore, or the history of dragons in general.1911. The author of this work presents the Celtic version of the classic myth in a translation that reflects the spirit and beauty of the original Gaelic. The volume also includes The Geste of Fraoch and The Death of Fraoch, followed by The Three Ways and The Fisherman in the original Gaelic.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.