The Lore of Ireland: An Encyclopaedia of Myth, Legend and Romance

The Lore of Ireland brings together 350 alphabetical entries on Irish myth, legend, romance, folklore, religious lore, customs and traditional belief. Its subjects range from Abán, a 6th-century saint, to weather, with entries summarising relevant stories and considering their origins, development and cultural setting.

A concluding genre list groups material under headings including Mythical Lore, the Fianna Cycle, the Ulster Cycle, King Cycles, Peoples and Traditions, Religious Lore, and Folk Custom and Belief. Genealogical details add context on how historical and social circumstances shaped the growth and spread of Irish traditions, while source references support the accounts throughout.