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Author: Louis Da Paor
Publisher:
Published: 1999
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9781580081023
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThis book of days features the illuminated poetry and prose of the Celts. Each new month brings another ancient Celtic symbol, with an explanation of its importance for the days to come.
Author: Courtney Davis
Publisher: David & Charles
Published: 2005-03-01
Total Pages: 0
ISBN-13: 9780715317518
DOWNLOAD EBOOKA comprehensive design source book of all types of Celtic illuminated letters by leading exponent of Celtic art, Courtney Davis. The 101 illuminated letters reflect the history of Celtic design from the earliest examples to Courtney Davis's own celebrated modern interpretations. Many of the illuminated letters are from, or inspired by, the famous Celtic manuscripts such as the Lindisfarne Gospels and the Book of Kells. The 101 designs are all hand painted by Courtney Davis and printed in full colour. Each is accompanied by a black and white version of the same image on the adjacent page - perfect for scanning or photocopying for use on readers' personal art, design or craft project. The book contains two complete alphabets and the remaining letters are structured so that those most commonly used at the beginning of words are represented with many more examples than the least common letters. The introduction gives a brief history of the Celts and an explanation of the birth and development of their artistic style with particular relation to illuminated letter designs.
Author: John O'Donohue
Publisher: Harper Collins
Published: 2009-03-17
Total Pages: 260
ISBN-13: 0061865850
DOWNLOAD EBOOK"Anam Cara is a rare synthesis of philosophy, poetry, and spirituality. This work will have a powerful and life-transforming experience for those who read it." —Deepak Chopra John O'Donohue, poet, philosopher, and scholar, guides you through the spiritual landscape of the Irish imagination. In Anam Cara, Gaelic for "soul friend," the ancient teachings, stories, and blessings of Celtic wisdom provide such profound insights on the universal themes of friendship, solitude, love, and death as: Light is generous The human heart is never completely born Love as ancient recognition The body is the angel of the soul Solitude is luminous Beauty likes neglected places The passionate heart never ages To be natural is to be holy Silence is the sister of the divine Death as an invitation to freedom
Author: Aidan Meehan
Publisher: Celtic Design
Published: 1992
Total Pages: 164
ISBN-13: 9780500276853
DOWNLOAD EBOOKFrom the Celtic Design series: a reference manual on Celtic illuminated letters, blending history and anecdote with practical instruction.
Author: Caitlin Matthews
Publisher: Macmillan
Published: 1992-04-15
Total Pages: 146
ISBN-13: 9780312072414
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIn the tradition of The Book of Runes and the Egyptian and Tibetan Books of the Dead, this divination system contains 42 beautifully illustrated cards and a book that explains the meaning of the cards and how to use them for education and enlightenment. Matthews has made many original contributions to the fields of Celtic and Arthurian research. Boxed and shrink-wrapped.
Author: Mary Ketsin
Publisher: Nova Publishers
Published: 2004
Total Pages: 214
ISBN-13: 9781590335901
DOWNLOAD EBOOKIrish literature's roots have been traced to the 7th-9th century. This is a rich and hardy literature starting with descriptions of the brave deeds of kings, saints and other heroes. These were followed by generous veins of religious, historical, genealogical, scientific and other works. The development of prose, poetry and drama raced along with the times. Modern, well-known Irish writers include: William Yeats, James Joyce, Sean Casey, George Bernard Shaw, Oscar Wilde, John Synge and Samuel Beckett.
Author: Peter Berresford Ellis
Publisher: Constable Limited
Published: 1994
Total Pages: 79
ISBN-13: 9780094732100
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAuthor: A. G. Smith
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Published: 2006-05-01
Total Pages: 20
ISBN-13: 0486448169
DOWNLOAD EBOOKCreate your own stunning versions of distinctive Celtic spirals and weaves by adding colors of your choice to 16 traditional designs.
Author: Ed Sibbett
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Published: 1979
Total Pages: 58
ISBN-13: 9780486237961
DOWNLOAD EBOOKThe designs in Celtic illuminated manuscripts represent a distinctive fusion of native Irish, Germanic, and Near Eastern motifs. Graphic artist Ed Sibbett has brilliantly captured the intricacy and beauty of this original art tradition in 37 drawings based on illustrations in the Book of Durrow, the Gospels of St. Willibrord, and the illustrious Book of Kells. Among the motifs are the characteristic Celtic interlacings, geometric-animal combinations, and decorative initials, plus powerful ornaments and symbolic abstractions of animals and people. A portrait of St. Matthew appears as a centerspread, not backed up, that may be taken out and framed. Captions identify the source of each picture and explain the iconography.
Author: Mallory Pearce
Publisher: Courier Corporation
Published: 1997
Total Pages: 52
ISBN-13: 9780486297293
DOWNLOAD EBOOKAdd your own hues to 43 colorable vignettes depicting stylized birds, fish, serpents, mythological creatures, and other fabulous fauna. For artists, craftspeople, and coloring book enthusiasts of every age.
