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    • Publisher:
      Cambridge University Press
      Publication date:
      11 September 2009
      30 November 2000
      ISBN:
      9780511495588
      9780521363952
      9780521037167
      DOI:
      https://doi.org/10.1017/CBO9780511495588
      Dimensions:
      (228 x 152 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      1.277kg, 728 Pages
      Dimensions:
      (228 x 152 mm)
      Weight & Pages:
      1.094kg, 728 Pages
      • Subjects:
      Archaeology, Medieval Archaeology
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    This book provides a fully documented history of Ireland and the Irish between the fourth and ninth centuries AD, from St Patrick to the Vikings - the earliest period for which historical records are available. It opens with the Irish raids and settlements in Britain, and the conversion of Ireland to Christianity. It ends as Viking attacks on Ireland accelerated in the second quarter of the ninth century. The book takes account of the Irish both at home and abroad, including the Irish in northern Britain, in England and on the continent. Two principal thematic strands are the connection between the early Irish Church and its neighbours, and the rise of Uí Néill and the kingship of Tara.

    Reviews

    ‘Early Christian Ireland is a considerable achievement; it should be essential reading for students and scholars for many years to come.’

    Source: The Innes Review

    ‘There is a wealth of data … Charles-Edwards is an expert guide whom even the uninitiated might follow and chapters can be enjoyed selectively. This book is a model of source criticism and must now become a standard reference.’

    Source: Church Archaeology

    '… closely argued, high quality research … Charles-Edwards … is able to lead his readers through quite complex territory without sacrificing clarity.'

    Source: The Journal of Ecclesiastical History

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