The Mabinogi and Other Medieval Welsh Tales (World Literature in Translation)

"The four stories that make up the Mabinogi, along with three additional tales from the same tradition, form this collection and compose the core of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle. Included are only those stories that have remained unadulterated by the influence of the French Arthurian romances, providing a rare, authentic selection of the finest works in medieval Celtic literature. This landmark edition translated by Patrick K. Ford is a literary achievement of the highest order."--Provided by publisher The four stories that make up the Mabinogi, along with three additional tales from the same tradition, form this collection and compose the core of the ancient Welsh mythological cycle. Included are only those stories that have remained unadulterated by the influence of the French Arthurian romances, providing a rare, authentic selection of the finest works in medieval Celtic literature. This landmark edition translated by Patrick K. Ford is a literary achievement of the highest order. Pwyll, Prince of Dyfed.--Branwen, daughter of Llŷr.--Manawydan, son of Llŷr.--Math, son of Mathonwy.--Lludd and Lleuelys.--Culhwch and Olwen.--The tale of Gwion Bach.--The tale of Taliesin.--Appendix: Cad goddeu Edited And Translated By Patrick K. Ford. Includes Index.