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A review by _haggis_
The Mabinogion by
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.75
Such a brilliant translation. Sioned really captures the power of performance and voice in her translation.
The stories are from Welsh medieval tradition and include tales of transformation, vengeful wives, faerie-children, girls made from flowers, speaking birds, curses, magic, friendship, quests, and love. If you love mythology this is a must read :)
P.S:
One of my favourite quotes from all time is in the First Branch:
"Pwyll was silent, for there was no answer he could give.
'Be as silent for as long as you like,' said Rhiannon. 'Never has a man been more stupid than you have been'. "
The stories are from Welsh medieval tradition and include tales of transformation, vengeful wives, faerie-children, girls made from flowers, speaking birds, curses, magic, friendship, quests, and love. If you love mythology this is a must read :)
P.S:
One of my favourite quotes from all time is in the First Branch:
"Pwyll was silent, for there was no answer he could give.
'Be as silent for as long as you like,' said Rhiannon. 'Never has a man been more stupid than you have been'. "