On the Verge of Lunacy

This book is a great introduction to Celtic culture and mythology. One of the highlights is the introduction of Celtic culture based on written accounts and archaeological evidence. Most books about myths often proceed to the recounting of the stories right after a brief introduction. Knowing about the culture and background of the people behind it will make it easier for the readers to understand the motivation and inspirations behind the tales. The book is divided into eight chapters. The ff. is the list of the titles of those sections: 1. The Celts in Ancient History 2. The Religion of the Celts 3. The Irish Invasion Myths 4. The Early Milesian Kings 5. Tales of the Ultonian Cycle 6. Tales of the Ossianic Cycle 7. The Voyage of Maeldun 8. Myths and Tales of the Cymry The second chapter discusses the possible origin of the religious practices and worship of the Celts. While the third chapter is about the first of the four main divisions of the Irish mythical and lege...