Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Saint Columba, Founder of Hy is a biographical account of the life and works of Saint Columba, written by Adamnan, the abbot of Iona. Saint Columba was a prominent figure in early Christianity, known for his missionary work and establishment of the monastery on the island of Iona. The book provides a detailed description of Saint Columba's life, including his birth and upbringing in Ireland, his travels to Scotland, and his founding of the monastery on Iona. The book also covers his numerous miracles and his role in spreading Christianity throughout Scotland and beyond. The author, Adamnan, was a contemporary of Saint Columba and a member of the same monastery. His account is based on firsthand knowledge and eyewitness testimony, making it a valuable historical document. The Life of Saint Columba, Founder of Hy was originally written in Latin and has been translated into English for modern readers. It is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in early Christianity and the history of Scotland.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.
