Peter Berresford Ellis
British historian and writer specializing in Celtic history, culture and literature; author of nonfiction and historical fiction (often writing fiction under the pseudonym Peter Tremayne), best known for the Sister Fidelma mystery series.
Books
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1. The Druids
A concise history tracing the origins, beliefs and social roles of the Druids from prehistoric Celtic societies through Roman contact and Christianization, using archaeological evidence, classical accounts and native Irish and Welsh sources to examine their religious practices, legal and educational functions, mythology and symbolism, and the decline and later revival of druidic traditions in post-Roman and modern times.
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2. Celtic Myths And Legends
A concise, accessible collection and retelling of myths and legends from the Celtic lands—Irish, Welsh, Scottish and Breton—bringing together tales of gods, heroes, faerie folk and the Otherworld. It presents classic cycles such as the heroic exploits of Cú Chulainn, the Mabinogion material and Arthurian-linked stories alongside folklore, motifs and historical background, offering commentary that highlights recurring themes of sovereignty, magic, heroism and the cultural evolution of these traditions.
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