Publisher's Synopsis
St. Gilbert, Prior of Sempringham is a book written by John Bernard Dalgairns in 1844. The book is a biography of St. Gilbert, a medieval English saint who founded the Gilbertine Order, a religious order of both monks and nuns. The book explores St. Gilbert's life, from his early years as a student in Paris to his decision to found the Gilbertine Order in England. The book also delves into the religious and political context of St. Gilbert's time, including the struggles between the church and the monarchy. Dalgairns provides a detailed and engaging account of St. Gilbert's life, drawing on historical sources and his own knowledge of medieval history. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of medieval England or the lives of Christian saints.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.
