Old Celtic Romances by P. W. Joyce
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| Translator | Joyce, P. W. (Patrick Weston), 1827-1914 |
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| Title | Old Celtic Romances |
| Note | Reading ease score: 80.3 (6th grade). Easy to read. |
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| Summary | "Old Celtic Romances" by P. W. Joyce is a collection of translated tales from the Gaelic, most likely written in the early 20th century. The book presents a rich array of ancient Irish myths and legends, showcasing the stories passed down through generations of Celtic bards and storytellers. These narratives mainly revolve around prominent historical and mythical characters from Irish folklore, such as Lir, who becomes intertwined with themes of tragedy, enchantment, and eventual redemption. The opening portion of the work introduces the legend of "The Fate of the Children of Lir," regarding the fate of Lir's children who are transformed into swans by their jealous stepmother, Eva. The narrative describes Lir's sorrow after the death of his wife, his choice of a new partner, and the subsequent birth of four beautiful children. However, driven by jealousy, Eva casts a spell on the children, condemning them to a life of sorrow as swans for three hundred years each on different bodies of water. Detailed descriptions of Lir's grief, the stepmother's betrayal, and the children's plight set the tone for a tragic tale that explores deep emotions and the intricacies of love, loss, and transformation. (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 | Mythology, Celtic -- Ireland |
| Subject | Heroes -- Ireland -- Legends |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 38041 |
| Release Date | Nov 17, 2011 |
| Most Recently Updated | Nov 23, 2011 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 166 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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