Publisher's Synopsis
The Latin and Irish Lives of Ciaran is a book written by Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister and published in 1921. The book is a collection of two biographies of Saint Ciaran, an Irish saint who founded the monastery of Clonmacnoise in the 6th century. The first biography is written in Latin and is attributed to an anonymous author from the 7th century. The second biography is written in Old Irish and is attributed to Saint Ciaran's contemporary, Saint Finian of Clonard. The book provides a fascinating insight into the life and times of Saint Ciaran and the early Christian church in Ireland. It also sheds light on the cultural and linguistic heritage of the country, as well as the influence of Christianity on Irish society. The Latin and Irish Lives of Ciaran is an important historical document that offers a unique perspective on the life of one of Ireland's most important saints. Overall, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in Irish history, early Christianity, or the life of Saint Ciaran. It is a well-researched and comprehensive account of the saint's life, and is sure to provide readers with a deeper understanding of the rich cultural heritage of Ireland.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.
