Myths and Legends of Britain and Ireland

Whether you're a keen sightseer, an armchair traveller or just at a loose end at the weekend, this book will tempt you with gods and goddesses, ancient legends, popular myths, infamous murderers and more. Where can you get the best sightings of the Loch Ness Monster? Did you know Wales is the root of the King Arthur and Merlin legends? In this volume, renowned writer and historical expert Richard Jones brings Britain and Ireland's long history and ancient past to life. Region by region, the book reveals, delights and explains the legendary tales of kings and villains, monsters and fairies from our illustrious past, set against the landscapes and places where the stories unfolded. They are all included here - from pagan Celtic gods to the horrors of Jack the Ripper, from royal villains such as King Henry VIII and well-known characters like Dick Whittington to the mysterious Glastonbury Tor. Richard Jones's authoritative and entertaining guide to mythological and legendary sites around Britain and Ireland is handsomely designed and illustrated throughout with spectacular photographs and detailed maps. It is the perfect guide for those who wish to explore for themselves the myths and legends of these ancient islands.