The Mammoth Book of Celtic Myths and Legends

Developed from an early oral storytelling tradition dating back to the dawn of European culture, this is one of the oldest and most vibrant of Europe's mythologies.

This definitive collection brings together popular myths and legends from all six Celtic cultures - Irish, Scots, Welsh, Cornish, Manx, and Breton. Beyond the well-known classics, author Peter Berresford Ellis brings to light exciting tales that have long remained hidden in untranslated manuscripts, unknown to the modern general reader until now.

Combining extensive scholarly knowledge with acclaimed storytelling skills, Ellis produces an original and enthralling anthology of the ancient Celtic world. Within these pages, you will encounter powerful gods and goddesses, legendary heroes, magical weapons, and the fabulous beasts that haunt the Celtic imagination. It is an essential volume for anyone wishing to explore the rich, mystical heritage of the Celtic people.