Early Medieval Ireland, 400-1200

Early Medieval Ireland, 400-1200
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Publisher : Routledge
Total Pages : 396
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ISBN-13 : 9781317901761
ISBN-10 : 1317901762
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Book Synopsis Early Medieval Ireland, 400-1200 by : Daibhi O Croinin

Download or read book Early Medieval Ireland, 400-1200 written by Daibhi O Croinin and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2013-12-16 with total page 396 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This impressive survey covers the early history of Ireland from the coming of Christianity to the Norman settlement (400 - 1200 AD). Within a broad political framework it explores the nature of Irish society, the spiritual and secular roles of the Church and the extraordinary flowering of Irish culture in the period. Other major themes are Ireland's relations with Britain and continental Europe, and Vikings and their influence, the beginnings of Irish feudalism, and the impact of the Viking and Norman invaders. Splendid in sweep and lively in detail, it launches the newLongman History of Ireland in fine style.


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