Publisher's Synopsis
Cuchulain of Muirthemne is a book written by Lady Augusta Gregory that tells the story of the legendary Irish hero Cuchulain. The book is a compilation of stories from the Ulster Cycle, a group of ancient Irish tales that revolve around the heroes of Ulster. The book begins with the birth of Cuchulain and follows his life as he grows into a formidable warrior. He is known for his bravery in battle, his incredible strength, and his unwavering loyalty to his people. The book also explores his relationships with other characters, including his wife Emer, his foster-brother Conall Cernach, and his mentor, the druid Cathbad. Throughout the book, Cuchulain faces numerous challenges and enemies, including the Queen of Connacht, Medb, and her army. He also battles with his own inner demons, as he struggles to come to terms with his mortality and his destiny as a hero. Cuchulain of Muirthemne is a classic work of Irish literature that has been praised for its vivid storytelling and its portrayal of the heroism and tragedy of Cuchulain's life. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish mythology and folklore.On the morning of the morrow the fight was begun again, and the two sans of Scathach were going up the path of feats to fight against three others of the best champions of Aoife, Cue, Bim, and Blaicne, sons of Ess Enchenn. When Scathach saw them going up she gave a sigh, for she was afraid for her two sons, but just then Cuchulain came up with them, and he leaped before them on to the path of feats, and met the three champions, and all three fell by him.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
