The Celtic YearBy Shirley Toulson
Element Inc, 1993. 259 pages. Nonfiction
Lavishly illustrated throughout with pictures of famous sites and artifacts, maps, and line drawings, this beautifully-written volume is also a collection of prayers, poems, and songs, taken from the rich tradition of both the Celtic Christian and Druid traditions.
I love a well-researched book, and this one doesn't disappoint. It has wonderful information on Celtic saints, their legends and hagiographies, as well as locations of chapels and holy wells dedicated to them. There are interesting illustrations throughout, and ideas and plans for pilgrimages. This is a perfect book for finding out of the way, almost hidden information on Celtic Christianity and customs.
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