Celtic Mythology | MoonfishWriting

Christine Dorman

Jul 56 min

Counting Cows: The Significance of Cattle in Celtic Culture and Folklore

The significance of cattle in Celtic culture shows up in folk traditions, mythology, and even wages and legal fines!

Christine Dorman

May 107 min

Notable Mothers of Celtic Folklore

From a mother who dies so others can eat to a mother who makes a thunderstorm to stop her son’s wedding, Celtic folklore mothers aren't dull

Christine Dorman

Apr 126 min

Ancient Celtic Women: Fierce and Free? Fact or Fiction?

Did ancient Celtic women really have more rights than their Greek and Roman contemporaries? Did they actually go to battle? Find out here!

Christine Dorman

Apr 61 min

A Brief Pause to Look Back

This week, I'm taking a short break, but I'll be back next week. Meanwhile, here are a few of my past posts I'm really fond of.

Christine Dorman

Feb 97 min

Where’d That Come From: 7 Celtic Origin Stories

Celtic folklore overflows with stories explaining the origin of things. Here are some of my favorites.

Christine Dorman

Dec 16, 20236 min

Celtic Folklore Woven into Winter

Some things we associate with Christmas, such as mistletoe and holly, actually have their roots in ancient Celtic folk practices for winter.