Publisher's Synopsis
Betha Colaim Chille: Life of Columcille is a biographical work written by Manus O'Donnell in 1918. The book tells the story of Saint Columba (also known as Columcille), an Irish monk who lived in the 6th century AD. Columba was a prominent figure in the early Christian Church, and is credited with spreading Christianity throughout Scotland and Northern England.The book begins with Columba's birth and early life in Ireland, and follows his journey as he becomes a monk and travels to Scotland. Along the way, Columba is said to have performed many miracles and founded numerous monasteries. The book also explores the political and social context of the time, including the conflicts between the Irish and Scottish kingdoms.The author, Manus O'Donnell, was a historian and scholar of Irish language and literature. He drew upon a variety of sources, including Irish annals, hagiographies, and other historical texts, to create a comprehensive portrait of Columba's life and legacy. The book is written in a poetic and lyrical style, reflecting the rich storytelling traditions of Irish literature.Overall, Betha Colaim Chille: Life of Columcille is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of early Christianity in Ireland and Scotland, as well as the cultural and political landscape of the time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
