The Celts, like no other people, are surrounded by an aura of mystery; their culture, which influenced the tradition of all of Europe, beckons and fascinates. Celtic mythology is rich in magical legends and traditions passed down from mouth to mouth, and is not inferior to ancient Greek in the variety of gods and heroes. The legends about the valiant Cu Chulainn, Arthur, the exploits of Finn, the tribe of the goddess Danu, the love of Tristan and Isolde became rich material for W. Shakespeare, W. Wordsworth, A. Tennyson, J. Tolkien and many other classics of world literature. The book includes the famous collection of Welsh tales "The Mabinogion" transcribed by Lady Charlotte Guest, as well as "Irish Tales" (transcribed by Lady Isabella Augusta Gregory).