Druids and Druidism

by Kendrick, T. D.

• ISBN13: 9780486427195
• ISBN10: 0486427196
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2011-11-02
• Publisher: Dover Publications

Summary

This well-documented summary of Druidic culture offers a detailed account of the racial history, prehistory, and social atmosphere of early Gallic and British civilization. The amply illustrated text considers the many theories of the origin of Druidism, its early mention by Greek and Roman writers (ca. 52 b.c.), and the temples and religious practices of these ancient people. The author, a noted expert on Druidism, was in charge of British antiquities at the British Museum from 1938-1950. His thorough study of a fascinating topic will appeal to anthropologists, folklore enthusiasts, and anyone interested in the early religious and cultural life of Celtic Britain. 51 black-and-white illustrations.

Table of Contents

Preface	p. vii
Tradition	p. 1
Prehistory	p. 31
History	p. 73
Religion	p. 104
Temples	p. 146
Origin	p. 194
Greek and Latin Texts	p. 212
Index	p. 223
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