Sacred wells : a study in the history, meaning, and mythology of holy wells & waters / Gary R. Varner.

New York : Algora Publishing, [2009]

xvii, 188 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

2nd ed.

The sacred well in ancient history -- Spotlight on sacred wells -- Sacred wells -- holy trees -- Wells and votive offerings -- Myths and legends -- Healing wells and springs -- Ancient and contemporary rituals observed at holy wells -- An historical perspective on holy wells -- Holy wells and divine apparitions -- Holy wells and today's world -- Place names and the danger of language -- What makes healing water heal?

Includes bibliographical references (p. 175-182) and index.