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OverviewCould Brigit have been Queen of the Leinster Fairies? Step into the mystical heart of Ireland and uncover the hidden essence of Brigit, a figure revered as both goddess and saint, yet shrouded in mystery. In this spellbinding exploration, Pauline Breen reveals Brigit as you’ve never imagined her — a powerful fae woman and sovereign of the Irish Otherworld. Beyond her familiar roles in Celtic mythology and Christian tradition, Brigit emerges as a liminal force, a bridge between the seen and unseen, the mortal and the magical. Through meticulous research into ancient myths, folklore and the sacred landscapes of Ireland, Breen illuminates Brigit’s forgotten identity as a being of the Otherworld. This book explores: Her lineage among the Tuatha Dé Danann, Ireland’s mythical race of divine beings, and her deep kinship with the fae folk. The Sí and Brigit: why Ireland’s fairy lore cannot be told without her Death, keening, and Brigit’s forgotten role as psychopomp Fire, smithcraft, and the cauldron of inexhaustible plenty — gifts that link saintly 'miracles' to Otherworld magic • Sacred geography: from Newgrange to Croghan Hill, the places where her presence still thrums • Living practice: rituals, wells, and seasonal customs that let modern seekers meet Brigit as Queen of the Leinster Fairies Full Product DetailsAuthor: Pauline Breen , Fiachra McCarthyPublisher: The Mercier Press Imprint: The Mercier Press ISBN: 9781917453677ISBN 10: 1917453671 Pages: 162 Publication Date: 20 January 2026 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: In Print This item will be ordered in for you from one of our suppliers. Upon receipt, we will promptly dispatch it out to you. For in store availability, please contact us. Table of ContentsReviewsAmong the topics [Breen's] new book explores are her lineage among the Tuatha Dé Danann, Ireland's mythical race of divine beings, and her deep kinship with the fairy folk. It also examines the rituals, wells, and seasonal customs that link Brigit. -- Deirdre Verney * Irish Farmers Journal * [Brigit offers] a fresh trilogy in an Irish context, away from maiden, mother, crone, but rather: Fairy Queen, Goddess, and Saint. * Irish Daily Mail * Author InformationPauline Breen is a devotee of Brigit, author, clinical hypnotherapist, and educator. As a native of Ireland, she is devoted to reawakening the Divine Feminine within collective consciousness, striving to restore balance between feminine and masculine energies in today's world. Her deep connection to her homeland inspires her work with Brigit, once revered as the Great Mother Goddess of the Emerald Isle. Through extensive research, writing, and public speaking, Breen illuminates the multifaceted and often overlooked aspects of Brigit's legacy. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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