Taliesin Origins

Exploring the Myth of the Greatest Celtic Bard

By: Gwilym Morus-Baird

Narrated by: Gwilym Morus-Baird

Few authors are able to discuss the original Taliesin myth in as much depth as Dr. Gwilym Morus-Baird. As a native Welsh speaker and scholar, he has studied the Welsh bardic tradition from the inside, giving listeners insights few others have even guessed at.

In this groundbreaking exploration, Dr Gwilym Morus-Baird tells the many tales behind the story and draws out the deeper meanings of the original myth. As one of the most complete studies of the greatest Celtic bard out there, this book is a must-have for anyone seriously studying Celtic myth, be they students, researchers, druids, or pagans. It reveals the ancient roots of Taliesin’s myth in the Celtic tradition, and interprets many of the symbols, themes and meanings embedded in this important tale.

The book presents new insights not only into Taliesin himself, but also the central figure of Ceridwen, the ancient symbol of her cauldron, the mystical relationship between awen and Annwfn, and how all of these elements relate to the Welsh bardic tradition.

©2023 Gwilym Morus-Baird (P)2023 Gwilym Morus-Baird

Native Welshman sharing Cultural Inheritance

Deeply inspired and well structured course! Even if you are familiar with the tale, general history, and literature of Taliesin you will find many worthy treasures of insight. I am continuously impressed with Gwilym's ability to balance a profound knowledge of ancient lore with modern application and sensibility. As an American interested in the topic it is always a gift when a native speaker is willing to share a comtextualized and lived experience of Welsh and Brythonic mythos.

More than a historical retelling of a Mythic Legend.

Excellent exploration of the subject from a scholar who not only knows their subject but who lives in the very landscape and culture crucial to the narrative.

insightful and thought provoking

A well organized and thought out perspective with an excellent collection of research put together in a way that is easy to digest and consider, no matter what path of discovery you are approaching from. Definitely recommend!