I don't actually know anything about the myth of Angus, had never heard of The Dagda, so I had nothing to draw on in terms of comparing this telling to the myth itself. Therefore I can't say how it compares, or even if I was missing anything by having no prior knowledge.

One of the titles in Canongate's The Myths series, Dream Angus centers around Angus, a God of Love and Dreams. Born to Boann, after she was tricked by Dagda, Angus is quickly stolen from his mother and handed off to one of his kin. All who encounter him are the better for it.

Upon eventually learning of his true parentage, Angus, with the help of the man who raised him, takes Dagda's kingdom from him, much to the liking of his subjects.

Interweaved among his own tales are other stories. An unknown newly-wed couple. A pair of brothers who are to be separated. A pig-keeper. Sometimes the connection was easy to see, other times not, but somehow it all fit.

This is a book very different from my usual fair, which I find makes it hard for me to write about well. The writing was good, and the tales were definitely interesting. Inspired me to at least take a peak at the other Myths books to see if I might like to read them as well.

If you're into myths yourself, obviously this ought to be up your alley. If you're looking to stray from your normal fare, I'd also say it's worth a look. It should get your brain working, if nothing else.