An Encyclopedia of Celtic Mythology

An Encyclopedia of Celtic Mythology introduces the gods, goddesses and mythic traditions associated with the Celtic world. Bob Curran considers the cultural and religious origins of these stories, presenting mythology alongside the folklore that developed around it. The book is arranged as a reference work, making space for individual figures, beliefs and recurring traditions rather than following one continuous narrative.

Its scope includes the older mythic material of Celtic cultures and the ways those traditions have continued into modern life. The emphasis is on explanation and background, showing how stories of divine beings, legendary figures and folkloric customs have been preserved, adapted and remembered across Britain and Ireland.