Synopses & Reviews
In their masterly survey of the history and culture of the Celtic peoples, Dillon and Chadwick cover the whole period from the Celts' pre-historic origins to the Norman invasion of Britain. Though few really understand Celtic art, the authors demonstrate the peculiar genius of the Celts in their religion, literature, and visual arts.
Synopsis
A superb survey of the history and culture of the Celts from their earliest origins in the 6th century BC through to the formation of separate Celtic kingdoms and the Norman invasion of England. Individual chapters explore aspects of Celtic religion and mythology, the introduction of Christianity, Celtic language, Irish and Welsh literature and art.
Synopsis
In tracing the period from prehistoric origins to the Norman invasion of Britain, Dillon and Chadwick achieve a masterly survey of the history and culture of the Celtic peoples. The origins of the Celts begins with a focus on ancient Gaul, with separate attention to British and Irish peoples. Though Celtic art is still valued today, part of our attraction is to its mystic quality; the authors demonstrate the particular genius of the Celts in their religion, literature, and visual arts.