Ireland In Pre-Celtic Times (1921) : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436659154 : 1436659159 : 02 Jun 2008 : ""Ireland In Pre-Celtic Times"" is a historical book written by Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister in 1921. The book provides a detailed account of the history of Ireland before the arrival of the Celts. It covers the period from the earliest known inhabitants of Ireland, the Mesolithic people, to the Iron Age. The author explores the archaeological evidence and the myths and legends of ancient Ireland to reconstruct the history of the pre-Celtic period. Macalister discusses the social, political, and economic structures of the various tribes that inhabited Ireland during this period. He also delves into their religious beliefs and practices, including the worship of gods and goddesses and the use of sacred sites. The book also examines the art and culture of the pre-Celtic period, including the construction of megalithic tombs and the creation of intricate metalwork.The author's wri