This book is a study of the rich and fascinating traditions found early Irish literature concerning smiths and the fashioning of metal. The smith had a special status within the traditional societies of early Ireland and elsewhere in the Celtic-speaking world. The figure is associated with magic and the supernatural, as well as having special legal status, and a marginal and ambiguous position within the community. John Carey is an internationally known expert on Old Irish language and literature and includes here texts and translations of magical spells, incantations, and narratives connected with smiths and their craft.
- ISBN10 1891271288
- ISBN13 9781891271281
- Publish Date 1 August 2019
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint Celtic Studies Publications,U.S.
- Format Paperback
- Pages 148
- Language English