Abstract
This contribution presents an analysis of the relationship between transgression, naming and the formation of the landscape in the medieval Gaelic collection of place-name lore known as the Dindshenchas. It includes analyses of the origin legends of the rivers Boyne and Shannon, as well as those of Lough Neagh and Lough Ree.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Celtic Cosmology: Perspectives from Ireland and Scotland |
Editors | Jacqueline Borsje, Ann Dooley, Séamus Mac Mathúna, Gregory Toner |
Place of Publication | Toronto |
Publisher | Pontifical Institute of Mediaeval Studies Toronto |
Pages | 268-283 |
ISBN (Print) | 978-0-88844-826-2 |
Publication status | Published - 23 Apr 2014 |
Event | Celtic Cosmology and the Power of Words - Coleraine, United Kingdom Duration: 01 Jan 2012 → 01 Jan 2012 |
Conference
Conference | Celtic Cosmology and the Power of Words |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Coleraine |
Period | 01/01/2012 → 01/01/2012 |