Ireland's saint : the essential biography of St. Patrick / Christian saints

Bury, J. B. 1861-1927,

Ireland's saint : the essential biography of St. Patrick / by J.B. Bury ; edited with introduction and annotations by Jon M. Sweeney. - 205 pages : illustrations, map ; 19 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (pages 199-201) and index.

BIOGRAPHY & AUTOBIOGRAPHY: RELIGIOUS & SPIRITUAL. Explore Patrick's place in history, the spread of Christianity beyond the Roman Empire, how Patrick first came to Ireland, the influence of the earlier Palladius on Patrick's work, political and social conditions at that time, and the spiritual battles with the Druids. This 21st century edition includes notes from other notable biographers, mystics, historians, and storytellers of Ireland and is an ideal place to begin any exploration of this much loved but little-known saint. Ages 12+

9781612613338 (paperback)


Patrick Saint, 373?-463?


Christian saints--Ireland--Biography.


Ireland--Church history--To 1172.

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