Celtic language and legend were largely passed down through the monksof Ireland and Wales and consequently were "christianized." In turn, theserenditions were subject to the interpretations of various "Celtic" revivaliststhat further concealed the true nature of the Celtic world. Nigel Pennickpushes back these disfiguring overlays and restores to us the primordialCeltic tradition, one which interweaves the spirit into all aspects ofdaily life.andnbsp;

Examines all aspects of Celtic life, including myth, the status of women,and the bardic tradition.andnbsp;

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The Sacred World of the Celts

An Illustrated Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology

Introduction: Celtic Culture

1. A Short History of the Celts

2. Lifestyle and Society

3. Celtic Arts and Crafts

4. Celtic Mythology and Folklore

5. Celtic Religion and Spirituality

6. The Celtic Church

7. The Sacred Year

8. Celtic Landscape

9. The Celtic Heritage

10. The Celtic Spirit at the Millennium

Indexandnbsp;This richly illustrated guide takes you back through layers of history to the world of the ancient Celts, whose sacred traditions infused every aspect of daily life and were expressed in a legacy of poetry, art, and mythology that is breathtaking in its depth and beauty. andquot;A delightful journey into the myths, traditions, and spirituality of the Celts.andquot;
< i > New Age Retailer < /i > , March/April 2003 andquot;An extensive collection of information covering the sacred significance of everything from plant life, landscapes, symbolism, calendar-making and time perception." Written in an easy to read and comprehend manner." A richly illustrated, photographed and thoroughly examined account of the illustrious history, traditions and mythology of the Celtic culture; a celebration of the divine in our material world.andquot;"
< strong > S. Ann Howard < /strong > , Independent Publisher

andquot;A richly illustrated, photographed, and thoroughly examined account of the illustrious history, traditions, and mythology of the Celtic culture.andquot;
< em > Independent Publisher < /em > andquot;Irresistable.andquot;"
< em > NAPRA Review < /em >

andquot;. . . a comprehensive and lovingly crafted exploration (the color illustrations and book design are uncommonly beautiful) of this ancient culture and its continuity to the present day.andquot;
< em > Branches of Light < /em > , Spring into Summer 2001

An Illustrated Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology

Introduction: Celtic Culture

1. A Short History of the Celts

2. Lifestyle and Society

3. Celtic Arts and Crafts

4. Celtic Mythology and Folklore

5. Celtic Religion and Spirituality

6. The Celtic Church

7. The Sacred Year

8. Celtic Landscape

9. The Celtic Heritage

10. The Celtic Spirit at the Millennium

Index