Cuchulain, the Hound of Ulster by Eleanor Hull

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Author Hull, Eleanor, 1860-1935
Illustrator Reid, Stephen, 1873-1948
Title Cuchulain, the Hound of Ulster
Credits E-text prepared by Charlene Taylor, John Campbell, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team (http://www.pgdp.net) from page images generously made available by Internet Archive (https://archive.org)
Summary "Cuchulain, the Hound of Ulster" by Eleanor Hull is a retelling of ancient Irish legends and myths written in the early 20th century. This narrative centers on the legendary hero Cuchulain, a young warrior known for his incredible feats and tragic destiny, as he becomes embroiled in the conflicts of Ulster and encounters key figures like Conor, King of Ulster, and Queen Meave of Connaught. The story explores themes of chivalry, duty, and the harsh realities of warfare in early Irish society. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the political landscape of ancient Ireland, particularly the rivalry between King Conor of Ulster and Queen Meave of Connaught. The narrative elaborates on how Conor ascended to the throne through his ambitious mother, Ness, and the subsequent tensions that arise with Fergus mac Roy, the former king. As the characters strategize for war, Queen Meave seeks the advice of a prophetic Druid who forewarns her of a formidable young warrior named Cuchulain. Notably, Cuchulain's early life is depicted through anecdotes of his extraordinary childhood feats, showcasing his unmatched prowess and foreshadowing the legendary role he is destined to play in the unfolding conflicts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class PB: Language and Literatures: General works
Subject Heroes -- Ulster (Northern Ireland and Ireland) -- Legends
Subject Tales -- Ulster (Northern Ireland and Ireland)
Subject Clive, Mrs. (Catherine) 1711-1785
Subject Cuchulain (Legendary character)
Category Text
EBook-No. 52963
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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