Ireland: Its Saints and Scholars (1917)

""Ireland: Its Saints and Scholars"" is a historical and biographical work written by Joseph Mary Flood and published in 1917. The book explores the rich cultural and religious history of Ireland from the early Christian period to the 19th century. Flood delves into the lives and contributions of numerous Irish saints and scholars, including St. Patrick, St. Brigid, and St. Columba, as well as lesser-known figures such as the poet St. Columbanus and the scholar Marianus Scotus. The author also examines the impact of Irish monasticism on the development of Western Christianity and the preservation and transmission of knowledge during the Dark Ages. The book offers a comprehensive and engaging portrait of Ireland's cultural and spiritual heritage, making it an essential read for anyone interested in Irish history and culture.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.