| Description |
xix, 212 p. : ill. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-197) and index. |
| Summary |
"Explores Seamus Heaney's adaptation of the Celtic ritual known as the Feis of Tara, demonstrates the sovereignty motif's continued relevance in works by Irish poets Thomas Kinsella, John Montague, Eavan Boland, and Nuala Ni Dhomhnaill, and refutes criticism that charges sexism and overemphasizes sacrifice in Heaney's poetry"--Provided by publisher. |
| Reproduction |
Electronic reproduction. Ann Arbor, MI : ProQuest, 2016. Available via World Wide Web. Access may be limited to ProQuest affiliated libraries. |
| Subject |
Heaney, Seamus, 1939-2013 -- Criticism and interpretation.
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Mythology, Celtic, in literature.
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Sovereignty in literature.
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English poetry -- Irish authors -- History and criticism.
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Irish poetry -- History and criticism.
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Ireland -- In literature.
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| Genre/Form |
Electronic books.
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| Added Author |
ProQuest (Firm)
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| ISBN |
9780826217448 (alk. paper) |
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0826217443 (alk. paper) |
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