Publisher's Synopsis
The Last Feast of the Fianna: A Dramatic Legend is a book written by Alice Milligan in 1900. It is a dramatic retelling of an ancient Irish legend about the Fianna, a group of warriors who served the High King of Ireland. The story is set in the time of Saint Patrick's arrival in Ireland and the conversion of the Irish people to Christianity. The Last Feast of the Fianna follows the story of Fionn mac Cumhaill, the leader of the Fianna, and his final feast with his warriors before they are called to battle against the invading forces of the High King. As they gather to celebrate their last night together, they are visited by the spirit of their ancestor, Tadg mac Nuadat, who warns them of the coming battle and the need to defend their land and people.The play explores themes of loyalty, honor, and sacrifice as the Fianna prepare to face their ultimate challenge. It also touches upon the clash between the old pagan ways and the new Christian faith, as the characters struggle to reconcile their beliefs and traditions with the changing times.Overall, The Last Feast of the Fianna is a powerful and moving tale that captures the spirit of ancient Irish mythology and folklore. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, culture, and literature.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.
