The Legends of Saint Patrick

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

De Vere, Aubrey, 1814-1902

Contributor:

Morley, Henry, 1822-1894

Language:

English

Physical Description:

1 online resource : multiple file formats

Place of Publication:

Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg,

Summary:

"The Legends of Saint Patrick" by Aubrey De Vere is a collection of poetic legends written in the late 19th century. This work recounts the life and achievements of Saint Patrick, focusing on his missionary efforts to convert the Irish people to Christianity and the unique legends associated with his legacy. Through a blend of historical facts and imaginative narratives, the book presents Patrick as not just a religious figure but also a culturally significant character in Irish history. The opening of the text introduces the historical background of Saint Patrick, detailing his early life and capture by pirates, as well as his transformative experiences that led to his return to Ireland as a missionary. It illustrates his early struggles in slavery, his spiritual awakening, and his ultimate quest to convert the Irish people. The narrative covers significant events-his confrontations with local chieftains, his sermons, and his influence on the legal framework of Irish society-establishing Saint Patrick's profound impact during his time. This introduction sets the stage for the subsequent legends that highlight the saint's virtues, the trials he faced, and the cultural reverberations of his mission across Ireland. (This is an automatically generated summary.)

Credits:

This eBook was prepared by Les Bowler

Notes:

Reading ease score: 82.3 (6th grade). Easy to read.

Release date is 2004-12-01