How The Irish Saved Civilization

Name: How The Irish Saved Civilization
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The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role from the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe

By Thomas Cahill

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How the Irish Saved Civilization by Thomas Cahill delves into the crucial role played by Irish monks and scribes during the collapse of the Roman Empire. As Europe descended into chaos, these dedicated individuals preserved essential texts and knowledge that might have otherwise vanished. The book celebrates Ireland's contribution to maintaining Western culture and history during a time of great turmoil.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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You might like this book if you enjoy discovering unique historical perspectives and learning how Irish monks and scholars played a crucial role in preserving Western and classical culture during the Dark Ages. This engaging narrative connects significant historical events and figures, offering insights into how Irish monks saved ancient texts while also merging mysticism and scholarship.

How The Irish Saved Civilization

The untold story of Ireland's role, from the fall of Rome to the rise of medieval Europe.

The untold story of Ireland's role, from the fall of Rome to the rise of medieval Europe.

Description

Ireland played the central role in maintaining European culture when the dark ages settled on Europe in the fifth century. As Rome was sacked by Visigoths and its empire collapsed, Ireland became the isle of saints and scholars that enabled the classical and religious heritage to be saved.

In his compelling and entertaining narrative, Thomas Cahill tells the story of how Irish monks and scribes copied the manuscripts of both pagan and Christian writers, including Homer and Aristotle, while libraries on the continent were lost forever. Bringing the past and its characters to life, Cahill captures the sensibility of the unsung Irish who relaunched civilisation.

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How the Irish Saved Civilization is praised for its engaging narrative and scholarly yet refreshing approach to history. It delves into the Irish roots and their pivotal role in preserving Western culture, with a particularly memorable portrayal of St Patrick. The book is noted for being both entertaining and elegantly crafted, offering a lyrical and penetrating journey into the past.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780340637876

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2003

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Sceptre

Illustration: 1x8pp b/w

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 130.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 272

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Education & Reference European History History & Military Non-Fiction Thomas Cahill

About the Author

Thomas Cahill is the co-author of A Literary Guide to Ireland, author of Jesus' Little Instruction Book and a publisher with a leading New York firm. He is married and has two children.