Northumbrian Saints: Or Chapters From The Early History Of The English Church (1884)

By Edgar Gibson

Book Overview

Northumbrian Saints: Or Chapters From The Early History Of The English Church is a book written by Edgar Charles S. Gibson, first published in 1884. The book is a comprehensive study of the early history of the English Church, with a particular focus on the saints of Northumbria. The author explores the lives and legacies of the many saints who lived and worked in Northumbria during the early Christian period, including St. Aidan, St. Cuthbert, and St. Bede. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the origins of the English Church, the spread of Christianity in Northumbria, and the role of saints in the early Church. The author draws on a variety of sources, including historical records, hagiographies, and other primary sources, to provide a detailed and engaging account of this important period in English history. The book is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the English Church, and in particular, the role of Northumbrian saints in shaping the early Church.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1164848135
• ISBN13: 9781164848134
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 132 Pages
• Weight: 0.41 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"