Early Christian Ireland
1958, First Edition. London : Thames and Hudson. Very good library copy in the original gilt-blocked red cloth boards, somewhat dust-toned. Spine sun-toned, with light wear to the panel edges and endbands. Edges and prelims slightly foxed; minor library marks remain. The interior remains tight, bright and clean; a well-preserved example overall. Item #475610
Series; Ancient peoples and places ; 8. Physical description; 263 pages : illustrations (1 colour), plans, maps ; 21 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 187-195). Contents; Ireland and Rome – The monasteries – The life of the people – The art of the golden age – The Vikings – Renaissance and reform. Subjects; Ireland – History – To 1603. Ireland – Civilization – To 1172. Ireland – Antiquities. Christian art and symbolism – Ireland. Christianity – Ireland. Monasteries – Ireland – History. Vikings – Ireland.
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