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The Mabinogi and Other Medieval Welsh Tales

Series: World Literature in Translation
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The Mabinogi and Other Medieval Welsh Tales presents the four core stories of the Mabinogi alongside three additional authentic medieval Welsh narratives. These tales form the heart of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle, untouched by French Arthurian influences, offering a genuine glimpse into Celtic literary heritage. This edition benefits from Patrick K. Ford's acclaimed translation, making these timeless myths accessible to modern readers.
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Ideal for students and enthusiasts of medieval literature, Celtic mythology, and Welsh cultural history.

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The four stories that make up the Mabinogi, along with three additional tales from the same tradition, form this collection and compose the core of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle. Included are only those stories that have remained unadulterated by the influence of the French Arthurian romances, providing a rare, authentic selection of the finest works in medieval Celtic literature.

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The four stories that make up the Mabinogi, along with three additional tales from the same tradition, form this collection and compose the core of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle. Included are only those stories that have remained unadulterated by the influence of the French Arthurian romances, providing a rare, authentic selection of the finest works in medieval Celtic literature.

This landmark edition translated by Patrick K. Ford is a literary achievement of the highest order.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780520309586

Publisher: University of California Press

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 September 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: University of California Press

Edition: 2nd edition

Contributors:

  • Edited by Patrick K. Ford
  • Translated by Patrick K. Ford
  • Edited by Patrick K. Ford
  • Edited by Patrick K. Ford

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 18.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 227g

Pages: 216

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Education & Reference Non-Fiction Series: World Literature in Translation

About the Author

Patrick K. Ford is the Margaret Brooks Robinson Professor Emeritus of Celtic Languages and Literatures at Harvard University.

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