Author:
Rankine, David
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The British Isles have long been seen as a place of mystery and
magic.
For many thousands of years successive waves of invaders each brought their
own gods & goddesses with them, often assimilating the beliefs of the tribes
they conquered. The Celtic races merged with the indigenous people, they were
conquered by the Romans, who brought with them deities from all over the Roman
Empire (including Greece & Egypt).
After them came the Saxons & other Germanic tribes, further adding to the
rich tapestry that forms part of our spiritual heritage today. The Isles of the
Many Gods brings together, for the first time, information on the worship of
these deities in Britain, in an easy to use A-Z.
It includes both the native & immigrant gods & goddesses, from well known
gods like Apollo, Brigit, Freya, Herne, Isis, Mars & Woden to lesser known ones
like Abandinus, Arianrhod, Genii Cucullati, Midir, Vitiris & the Wheel God.
There are more than 240 entries providing information regarding the evidence
of their worship in England, Wales, Scotland, Ireland & the Isle of Man. Drawing
from archaeology, architecture, art, artefacts, currency, place-names &
literature thereby providing an excellent reference work for those interested in
the spiritual beliefs of our ancestors.
About the Authors:
Sorita D'Este and David Rankine are internationally recognized for their
research and writing on mythology, spirituality and magickal practices of both
ancient and modern times.