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In the tradition of Marion Zimmer Bradley's Mists of Avalon, Ellen Evert Hopman weaves Druid history and spirituality into an engaging love story. This Bardic teaching tale is set in a fictional third-century Ireland when Christianity is sweeping across the Celtic Isles. During this time of crisis, love blooms between Ethne, a Druid healer, and her patient, a Fennid warrior. Their passionate affair suffers a tragic blow when Ethne is called upon to become the high queen. Told from the Druid perspective, Hopman recreates the daily life, magical practices, politics, and spiritual lives of the ancient Celts during this historic turning point. Druid holy days, rites, rituals, herbal lore, and more are brought to life in this Celtic fantasy--illuminating Druidic teachings and cultural wisdom.… (more)
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deep knowledge of Celtic Druidism."
-Isaac Bonewits, ArchDruid emeritus of Ár nDraíocht Féin (A Druid
Fellowship)
"From the very beginning I was drawn into this story and found
myself mesmerized by it. It is a tale which rings with
color, and depth."
-Philip Carr-Gomm, Chosen Chief of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids
"An authentically human tale of love, hope, and survival. Once I
started reading, I was held captive until the very last page."
-Christopher A. LaFond, Druid Harper and Professor of languages, Boston
College
"Wisewomen and clever men are in for a treat in this magnificent
book; another thread in the re-weaving of our sacred wisdom."
-Susan Weed, Wisewoman, Herbalist, and author
"A lively tale of ancient Druids and Irish warriors based on
substantial research into Celtic history and tradition. While set in a
richly imagined ancient Ireland, Priestess of the Forest: A Druid Journey
offers an intriguing vision of a Druid path with lessons to teach the modern
world."
-John Michael Greer, Grand Archdruid, Ancient Order of Druids in America