Summary:This volume is an illustrated guide to the mythological and legendary sites of Great Britain and Ireland. The author provides historical information, placing the myths and legends in their historical contexts. He then explains and describes each location and associates each with famous characters such as Robin Hood and the mystical fairies and monstrous animals that inhabit these enchanted lands. The landscape of Britain and Ireland has been the inspiration for myths and legends for centuries; from ancient kings to infamous murderers, this book combines atmospheric photography with fascinating text to provide an entertaining journey through the heritage of Britain and Ireland-WorldCat