Women in Celtic Myth: Tales of Extraordinary Women from the Ancient Celtic Tradition

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By Moyra Caldecott

Publisher : Inner Traditions/Bear & Company

ABOUT Moyra Caldecott

Moyra Caldecott
Moyra Caldecott, author of more than 17 books and novels, including Myths of the Sacred Tree and Women in Celtic Myth, has devoted the major portion of her life to collecting and examining myths and legends across the world. With degrees in both English literature and philosophy, Caldecott More...

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Description

In Celtic myth, the mixture of wise spiritual teaching and dramatic imagery creates new, potent, and disturbing visions. This selection of eleven storiessome more than 3,000 years old focuses on the women of ancient British mythology, from the formidable women warriors who trained heros to fight and kill to the beautiful companions who led them to higher realms of feminine intuition and spiritual wisdom. Caldecott goes beyond a mere recounting of female strength, providing lucid personal commentary that illuminates the complete myth and the culture from which it springs. These powerful stories transmit a recognition of the mystery of being and an understanding of the powerful magic of inner transformation.