The Celtic way of life

by Agnes McMahon

Paper Book, 1976

Status

Available

Call number

936.15/004/916

Tags

Celtic Studies, Celtic Culture

Genres

Collection

Don

Publication

Dublin : O'Brien, 1976.

Description

The Celts were a colorful and warlike people, constantly on the move, spreading out from their original homelands in central Europe. They brought to Ireland new customs and beliefs, crafts and skills, tools and weapons of iron, and the Celtic language. This book tells of their home life, work and political structures, and leisure activities.

User reviews

LibraryThing member juniperSun
An enjoyable read. Brief sections on the culture and daily life of ancient Celts. Includes some relevant poems, beliefs.

Subjects

Language

English

Physical description

136 p.; 22 cm

ISBN

0905140192 / 9780905140193

Local notes

An Irish school curriculum text

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