Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of St. Samson of Dol is a biographical account of the life and work of Saint Samson, a Welsh bishop and missionary who lived in the 6th century. Written by Thomas Taylor, the book chronicles Samson's early life in Wales, his education and ordination as a priest, and his subsequent travels to Ireland, Brittany, and Cornwall. The book also explores Samson's role as a spiritual leader, his founding of monasteries, and his involvement in various political and religious controversies of the time. Throughout the book, Taylor draws on a variety of historical sources, including hagiographies, annals, and letters, to provide a comprehensive and detailed account of Samson's life and legacy.In addition to its historical content, The Life of St. Samson of Dol also offers insights into the religious and cultural landscape of early medieval Europe, including the spread of Christianity, the development of monasticism, and the interaction between different regions and cultures. Overall, the book provides a fascinating glimpse into the life and times of one of the most important figures in early Welsh and Breton Christianity.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.
