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Enchanted Wales
Myth and Magic in Welsh Storytelling
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Ideal for fans of mythology, folklore, and cultural history, as well as readers interested in Welsh heritage and storytelling traditions.
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The magical world of Welsh mythology deserves to be better known outside its homeland, with its cast of heroes and tricksters, animals that can talk and change shape, and magicians and witches who can bring disaster or triumph to the people in their paths.
Enchanted Wales is an invitation to voyage through the key stories of Welsh mythic literature, exploring not just their medieval texts but also their ancient roots, which can be glimpsed in sculptures, carvings and other artefacts from at least a thousand years earlier. These stories are more than epic entertainments: they allow us to explore our deepest questions about life and death, war and peace, and good and evil, secure in the knowledge that a skilful storyteller will guide us safely to the end of the tale.
On this journey, you will encounter severed heads that speak, birds that can tell the future, cauldrons with magical properties, quests that are as intricate and exciting as the Labours of Hercules, and ghostly underworlds where strange and frightening things happen to the humans who visit them. Enter these pages, and prepare to discover a weird, wonderful and Narnia-like world of dreams - the world of enchanted Wales.
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Praised for making Welsh myths accessible and engaging, the book challenges readers to reconsider ancient stories with fresh eyes. Reviews highlight its blend of scholarly analysis and storytelling, noting its rich cultural context stretching back to Roman and Iron Age times. It is celebrated for its boldness and enjoyable depth.
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INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781915279187
Publisher: University of Wales Press
Format: Hardback
Date Published: 05 October 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Calon
Illustration: Not illustrated
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 10.0mm
Width: 135.0mm
Height: 216.0mm
Weight: 250g
Pages: 168
About the Author
Miranda Aldhouse-Green is professor emeritus at Cardiff University. She has lectured at academic institutions including the Smithsonian Institution and the Universities of Toronto, Melbourne, Utrecht, and Umea.
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