Publisher's Synopsis
The book titled ""The Thumb of Knowledge in Legends of Finn, Sigurd and Taliesin Or Studies in Celtic and French Literature"" is a literary analysis by Robert D. Scott. The book explores the legends of Finn, Sigurd, and Taliesin from a Celtic and French literature perspective. The author delves into the symbolism and themes present in these legends and how they relate to the concept of knowledge. The title of the book refers to the idea that knowledge is something that can be gained through experience, and the thumb is a symbol of the ability to grasp and manipulate knowledge. The book is a comprehensive study of these legends, their cultural significance, and how they have influenced literature and storytelling throughout history. It is a valuable resource for students and scholars of Celtic and French literature and mythology.1930. Contents: Episode of the Thumb of Knowledge in Irish Tradition before the 10th Century; Thumb of Knowledge in Irish and Scottish Tradition after the 10th Century; Imbas Forosna, Teinm Laida and Dichetal do Chennaib; Taliesin and the Tradition of the Thumb of Knowledge; Story of Fearachur Leigh and the White Snake; Norse Sigurd and the Tradition of the Thumb of Knowledge; Finn mac Cumaill and the Tradition of the Thumb of Knowledge.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
