Celtic Studies discussion

I'm hoping to learn more about Celtic and Gaelic history, but I don't want to start off with a 'heavy' tome that will only discourage me. Is there a book or books that show it as exciting and fun?

Most of the books I've read are archeological and a bit dense. My own Guardians of the Celtic Way is a light overview of Celtic beliefs and tree lore. There are a lot more out there, but I am not familiar with them or how accurate or "fun" they might be. Enjoy your search! I find Celtic lore utterly fascinating!

Thank you for the recommendation.

When you say 'Gaelic' are you referring to the language, or something else?

In terms of 'Celtic' history, perhaps "The Celts: A Very Short Introduction" by Barry W. Cunliffe would serve? It's short, but has a bibliography.

Most of the books I have read on the topic are very academic and dense, but I find that exciting because I am still learning.

Ancestral wrote: "When you say 'Gaelic' are you referring to the language, or something else?

In terms of 'Celtic' history, perhaps "The Celts: A Very Short Introduction" by [author:Barry W. Cunliffe|..."

The language, the people, the history...my ignorance on the topic is vast so I'm hoping for a basic introduction that covers it all.

I would still probably recommend the book by Barry W. Cunliffe above, and go from there, picking and choosing which of the modern-day, or ancient cultures labelled as 'celtic' you wish to explore and finding books on that.

Happy reading!

A serious introduction to the Celtic languages...
Paul Russell, An Introduction to the Celtic Languages, Routledge, 2014.
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Introduction...