Tale of Taliesin
by Gwyn Thomas
Age rating: Ages 14–17 · Young Adults
Age rating and Christian content guidance for parents.
First published 1992
This is a retelling of the Welsh legend of the bard Taliesin and his magical journey.
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
Concern Level
Heavy
Virtue Level
Thin
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Things to consider
Higher = more presentNo sexual content is present in this retelling.
Some magical battles and conflicts occur in the narrative.
No profanity is used in the text.
No blasphemous language appears in the story.
Substance use is not a theme in this legend.
No instances of suicide or self-harm are depicted.
Some magical elements and ancient beings might be mildly unsettling.
The story features magic, shapeshifting, and ancient enchantments.
No LGBTQ+ themes or characters are present.
The worldview is rooted in ancient Welsh pagan mythology.
No negative portrayals of Christians are present.
Virtues to celebrate
Higher = stronger presenceTaliesin displays great courage and resourcefulness in his trials.
Christian faith is absent; the focus is on pagan magic.
Loyalty and ambition are present themes for Taliesin.
Themes of grace or repentance are not central to this legend.
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