Brehon Laws : The Ancient Wisdom of Ireland Hardback
by Jo Kerrigan
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A fascinating look at the lifestyle and values of ancient IrelandThousands of years ago, Celtic Ireland was a land of tribes and warriors; but a widely accepted, sophisticated and surprisingly enlightened legal system kept society running smoothly. The brehons were the keepers of these laws, which dealt with every aspect of life: land disputes; recompense for theft or violence; marriage and divorce processes; the care of trees and animals. Transmitted orally from ancient times, the laws were transcribed by monks around the fifth century, and what survived was translated by nineteenth-century scholars. Jo Kerrigan has immersed herself in these texts, revealing fascinating details that are inspiring for our world today. With atmospheric photographs by Richard Mills, an accessible introduction to a hidden gem of Irish heritage
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:176 pages, 30 Illustrations, black and white; 50 Halftones, black and white
- Publisher:O'Brien Press Ltd
- Publication Date:16/03/2020
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- ISBN:9781788491075
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In Stock - Less than 10 copies availableFree UK DeliveryEstimated delivery 2-3 working days
- Format:Hardback
- Pages:176 pages, 30 Illustrations, black and white; 50 Halftones, black and white
- Publisher:O'Brien Press Ltd
- Publication Date:16/03/2020
- Category:
- ISBN:9781788491075