The Sacred World of the Celts: An Illustrated Guide to Celtic Spirituality and Mythology

This book is written by a british author and one who has a passion for all things Celtic. I recently saw him give a lecture at a conference in England and was impressed by the way in which he jumped from one thing to another, linking together and explaining facts by supporting it with cultural, agricultural and other facts from the period. He puts things into perspective. I would recommend this book to anyone wishing to find a general overview of Celtic mythology, newcomers to Paganism in particular would benefit from reading this, before plunging into books which perpetuate the usual "golden age" nonsense. All I can say in addition is thank you to the author, Nigel Pennick, for his continued research and work on topics which need more exploration. Excellent work!

I bought this book at the last minute while looking for rune books (found one by the same author). The illustrations (something my other Celtic history books do not have) really drew me to this book. The book itself is basic, but wonderfully done. It is a great intro for those just starting out in Celtic studies - the chapters being quick and to the point, as well as a quick reference for those more learned in Celtic history. The illustrations and photography are beautiful, and coupled with the descriptions, just took me right into the world of the ancient Celts. I wanted to visit the British Isles before, but now, I'm aching for it!

Anyone wishing to begin an exploration into the history and traditions of the Celts will be delighted with this book. It will not overwhelm, yet it provides tons of information in a beatiful format. The photos are excellant. With Celtic history being as complex as it is, the book presents it in a way that is easily understandable.

This book had more information than I expected. From the origins of the Celts to the more "modern" aspects of Celtic society. This book covers geography, history, crafts, legends, religion/spirituality, politics and more.I would definitely recommend this book to someone who was looking for more than just the basics. The book provided me with a "jumping off point" for researching more about the subjects that interested me...a kind of a text book that gives you a broader overview on the subject.

There are many books available on Celtic tradition and lore, but this one combines them very nicely. Well-written and well-illustrated, it is a good introduction to Celtic studies. For the newbie who wants to peek into the world of the Celts to see if he might be interested in further reading, or for the already-student who wants to delve a little deeper, you'll find it an asset to your library.