Gods and Fighting Men by Lady Gregory
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"Gods and Fighting Men" by Lady Gregory is a historical account, specifically a collection of Irish mythological tales, likely written in the early 20th century. The work delves into the legends and lore surrounding the Tuatha de Danaan and the Fianna of Ireland, featuring significant characters such as Finn and his warriors. It aims to retell and preserve the rich tapestry of Irish myth, highlighting themes of heroism, enchantment, and the interplay
between gods and mortals. The opening of "Gods and Fighting Men" introduces readers to the mystical land of Ireland during the arrival of the Tuatha de Danaan, a race of god-like beings. The narrative begins with a vivid description of their ethereal journey from the northern cities, bringing with them magical treasures and an emphasis on their connection to nature and the arts. As they encounter the Firbolgs already inhabiting the land, tensions rise, leading to a series of battles. The tale unfolds intricately, establishing a backdrop of magic, divine ancestry, and martial valor as the characters engage in political maneuvering and conflict, setting the stage for the epic confrontations and legendary exploits to come. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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About this eBook
| Author | Gregory, Lady, 1852-1932 |
|---|---|
| Author of introduction, etc. | Yeats, W. B. (William Butler), 1865-1939 |
| Title |
Gods and Fighting Men The story of the Tuatha de Danaan and of the Fianna of Ireland, arranged and put into English by Lady Gregory |
| Credits |
Produced by Jonathan Ingram, Robert Ledger and the PG Online Distributed Proofreading Team |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 77.6 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| 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 | Finn MacCumhaill, active 3rd century -- Legends |
| Subject | Heroes -- Ireland -- Legends |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 14465 |
| Release Date | Dec 25, 2004 |
| Last Update | Oct 28, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1427 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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