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Exploring the World of Colmcille : Also Known as Columba
Mairéad Ashe Fitzgerald
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Description for Exploring the World of Colmcille : Also Known as Columba
Paperback. 8vo. Illustrated Good copy.
Early Ireland. Irish Archaeology.
Revolutionary Ireland
A beautifully simple and accessible account of the world of Colmcille/Columba whose 1400th anniversary was celebrated in 1997. It deals with the life of the times of Colmcille and the saint's involvement in politics and religious affairs.
Early Ireland. Irish Archaeology.
Revolutionary Ireland
A beautifully simple and accessible account of the world of Colmcille/Columba whose 1400th anniversary was celebrated in 1997. It deals with the life of the times of Colmcille and the saint's involvement in politics and religious affairs.
The life and works of this famous saint, known as Columba in Scotland. A man of adventure and charisma from the warrior-aristocracy of Ireland, Colmcille's legacy lives on in legend and history. Draws on the history, art, literature and archaeology of the time.
Also available in paperback.
Product Details
Condition
Used, Very Good
Publisher
O'Brien Press
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2000
Number of Pages
112
Place of Publication
Dublin, Ireland
ISBN
9780862786656
SKU
KEX0282992
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About Mairéad Ashe Fitzgerald
Mairéad Ashe FitzGerald grew up in County Clare. She was a graduate of NUI Galway and University College Dublin where she studied Archaeology. Mairéad taught Irish and History before working in publishing for many years. Being invited by OBP to write books allowed her to indulge her passion for research into Ireland's history, archaeology and literature. Mairead died in March ... Read more
Reviews for Exploring the World of Colmcille : Also Known as Columba
'Beautifully produced and written. This is a book to keep, and one which will be enjoyed by readers young and old; a nice reminder of the glory of our early church, and of the life of a remarkable man.'
Leinster Leader
Leinster Leader
'Reveals a complex and charismatic character ... we also get a fascinating picture ... Read more
Leinster Leader
Leinster Leader
'Reveals a complex and charismatic character ... we also get a fascinating picture ... Read more