The High Deeds of Finn and other Bardic Romances of Ancient Ireland by Rolleston

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Author Rolleston, T. W. (Thomas William), 1857-1920
Author of introduction, etc. Brooke, Stopford A. (Stopford Augustus), 1832-1916
Illustrator Reid, Stephen, 1873-1948
Title The High Deeds of Finn and other Bardic Romances of Ancient Ireland
Note Reading ease score: 77.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Summary "The High Deeds of Finn and other Bardic Romances of Ancient Ireland" by T. W. Rolleston is a collection of ancient Irish tales written in the early 20th century. The book explores the legendary exploits of Finn Mac Cumhal and the Fianna, weaving together various romantic, mythological, and heroic narratives from Irish lore aiming to present them with poetic imagination while staying true to their origins. Through these retellings, the book celebrates the culture and history of ancient Ireland. The opening of the collection introduces readers to the rich tapestry of ancient Irish storytelling, beginning with the tragic story of "The Children of Lir." It narrates the tale of Lir, whose children are transformed into swans due to the jealousy of their stepmother, Aoife. The story unveils the themes of love, betrayal, and the enduring nature of familial bonds, as Lir's children, despite their transformation, retain their human voice and spirit. The enchantment placed upon them spans centuries, highlighting the intertwining of myth and reality in Irish folklore, and setting the stage for a series of captivating adventures that reflect the heart and soul of ancient Ireland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PB: Language and Literatures: General works
Subject Tales -- Ireland
Subject Epic literature, Irish -- Translations into English
Subject Bards and bardism
Subject Mythology, Celtic -- Ireland
Subject Finn MacCool -- Legends
Subject Cormac Mac Airt, King of Ireland, active 227-260 -- Legends
Subject Heroes -- Ireland -- Legends
Category Text
EBook-No. 14749
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 28, 2023
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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