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"Explores Seamus Heaney's adaptation of the Celtic ritual known as the Feis of Tara, demonstrates the sovereignty motif's continued relevance in works by Irish poets Thomas Kinsella, John Montague, Eavan Boland, and Nuala Ni Dhomhnaill, and refutes criticism that charges sexism and overemphasizes sacrifice in Heaney's poetry"--Provided by publisher
Includes bibliographical references (p. 177-197) and index
Introduction: Sympathy into symbol -- Sovereignty and the Irish talent -- Millennia in their eyes -- Heaney's love to Ireland -- The fish and the fisher king -- Bridegroom to the goddess -- Remembering the giver -- Appendix to chapter 6: "Bone dreams" -- Conclusion: Praying at the water's edge
