ROYAL IRISH ACADEMY

TODD LECTURE SERIES

VOLUME IX.

EDWARD GWYNN

THE METRICAL DINDSHENCHAS

The Dindshenchas, or "Lore of Places," is a major body of early Irish literature explaining the origins of place names through legends of gods, heroes, and historical figures.

PART II.

Circular seal of the Royal Irish Academy, depicting a shield with a saltire cross and emblems in each of the four quarters. A ribbon at the bottom of the shield contains the motto "WE WILL ENDEAVOUR". The entire crest is enclosed within an ornate circular frame.

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UNIVERSITY OF ST. MICHAEL'S COLLEGE TORONTO LIBRARY