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Wake Rites: The Ancient Irish Rituals Of Finnegans Wake (Florida James Joyce),Used
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Many scholars of Finnegans Wake have long suspected that a key to the Wake lay deep within the core of Irish myth. George Gibson proposes a new interpretation of the novel, based upon a previously unrecognized paradigm from Irish mythology underlying the entirety of the work. This mythic structure derives from the ancient rituals and events collectively known as the Teamhur Feis (the Rites of Tara), the most important religious festival conducted in preChristian Ireland. Gibson demonstrates that sources known and used by Joyce describe the Rites as a historical event with nationwide attendance, an extraordinary and complex array of Druidic ritual, mystical rites, historical reenactments, sacred drama, conclaves, assemblies, and ceremonies performed by a bizarre cast of characters ranging from representatives of Irish deities and personifications of abstract principles to Druids, magistrates, ritual functionaries, and reenactors of the mythic dead. In Irish tradition, the most significant performance of this pagan spectacle occurred in 433 A.D., when Saint Patrick arrived at Tara just as the Rites were reaching their climax. Gibson argues that this pivotal event is also the climax of Finnegans Wake. Demonstrating remarkable parallels between specific events and performers of the Rites and the episodes and characters comprising Finnegans Wake, Gibson shows that every event and performer at the Rites has a correlate in the novel, and all Wakean episodes and performers have their parallels in the Rites of Tara. Ultimately, he argues, Joyce structured his novel according to the Teamhur Feis, and Finnegans Wake is a calculated reenactment of the most important event in Irish paganism.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wake Rites: The Ancient Irish Rituals of Finnegans Wake'? A: The main theme of the book revolves around the interpretation of 'Finnegans Wake' through the lens of ancient Irish mythology, particularly focusing on the Teamhur Feis, a significant religious festival in pre-Christian Ireland.
- Q: Who is the author of this book and what is his background? A: The author, George Cinclair Gibson, is a scholar who explores the connections between Irish mythology and James Joyce's work, providing a unique perspective on the underlying mythic structures in 'Finnegans Wake'.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in a hardcover binding, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages does 'Wake Rites' contain? A: The book contains 288 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes and interpretations.
- Q: What edition of the book is being offered? A: The book is offered as a First Edition, which may be of interest to collectors and those seeking original publications.
- Q: Is this book suitable for someone not familiar with 'Finnegans Wake'? A: While the book provides valuable insights into 'Finnegans Wake', readers may benefit from having some familiarity with Joyce's work to fully appreciate the connections drawn by the author.
- Q: When was 'Wake Rites' published? A: The book was published on December 31, 2005.
- Q: What category does this book fall under? A: This book falls under the category of British & Irish literature.
- Q: Can this book be considered a scholarly resource? A: Yes, 'Wake Rites' serves as a scholarly resource for those interested in the intersection of literature and Irish mythology, backed by rigorous analysis and research.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about the ancient Irish rituals influencing 'Finnegans Wake', including detailed parallels between the events of the Teamhur Feis and the narrative structure of Joyce's novel.