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Title:
Gods and Fighting Men
The story of the Tuatha de Danaan and of the Fianna of Ireland, arranged and put into English by Lady Gregory
Note: Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Robert Ledger and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Gods and Fighting Men" by Lady Gregory is a historical account, specifically a collection of Irish mythological tales, likely written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the legends and lore surrounding the Tuatha de Danaan and the Fianna of Ireland, featuring significant characters such as Finn and his warriors. It aims to retell and preserve the rich tapestry of Irish myth, highlighting themes of heroism, enchantment, and the interplay between gods and mortals. The opening of "Gods and Fighting Men" introduces readers to the mystical land of Ireland during the arrival of the Tuatha de Danaan, a race of god-like beings. The narrative begins with a vivid description of their ethereal journey from the northern cities, bringing with them magical treasures and an emphasis on their connection to nature and the arts. As they encounter the Firbolgs already inhabiting the land, tensions rise, leading to a series of battles. The tale unfolds intricately, establishing a backdrop of magic, divine ancestry, and martial valor as the characters engage in political maneuvering and conflict, setting the stage for the epic confrontations and legendary exploits to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
Author of introduction, etc.: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939
EBook No.: 14465
Published: Dec 25, 2004
Downloads: 704
Language: English
Subject: Tales -- Ireland
Subject: Epic literature, Irish -- Translations into English
Subject: Mythology, Celtic -- Ireland
Subject: Finn MacCool -- Legends
Subject: Heroes -- Ireland -- Legends
LoCC: Language and Literatures: General works
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title:
Gods and Fighting Men
The story of the Tuatha de Danaan and of the Fianna of Ireland, arranged and put into English by Lady Gregory
Note: Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Credits:
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Robert Ledger and the PG Online
Distributed Proofreading Team
Summary: "Gods and Fighting Men" by Lady Gregory is a historical account, specifically a collection of Irish mythological tales, likely written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the legends and lore surrounding the Tuatha de Danaan and the Fianna of Ireland, featuring significant characters such as Finn and his warriors. It aims to retell and preserve the rich tapestry of Irish myth, highlighting themes of heroism, enchantment, and the interplay between gods and mortals. The opening of "Gods and Fighting Men" introduces readers to the mystical land of Ireland during the arrival of the Tuatha de Danaan, a race of god-like beings. The narrative begins with a vivid description of their ethereal journey from the northern cities, bringing with them magical treasures and an emphasis on their connection to nature and the arts. As they encounter the Firbolgs already inhabiting the land, tensions rise, leading to a series of battles. The tale unfolds intricately, establishing a backdrop of magic, divine ancestry, and martial valor as the characters engage in political maneuvering and conflict, setting the stage for the epic confrontations and legendary exploits to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932
Author of introduction, etc.: Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939
EBook No.: 14465
Published: Dec 25, 2004
Downloads: 704
Language: English
Subject: Tales -- Ireland
Subject: Epic literature, Irish -- Translations into English
Subject: Mythology, Celtic -- Ireland
Subject: Finn MacCool -- Legends
Subject: Heroes -- Ireland -- Legends
LoCC: Language and Literatures: General works
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.