Celtic mythologies have a powerful view of femininity and its connotations. Goddesses were most often mighty earth mothers who could kill as easily as nurture. Most of these deities had three forms. The archetype of the “coven” concept, the maid, the matron, and the crone, come from the three forms taken by a given goddess.Continue reading “The Coven, the Tri-fold Goddess, and the maidens of Camelot.”
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Unsung Lovers: The Tragedy of Gorlois and Igraine
The story of Gorlois and Igraine isn’t one you hear very often. Igraine is the mother of Arthur, but she isn’t named in many versions of the story. Since she’s just a woman, the misogynistic writers of later ages didn’t deem her worthy to talk about. Gorlois is an even rarer mention. Most readers don’tContinue reading “Unsung Lovers: The Tragedy of Gorlois and Igraine”
Madness and Arthuriana 