St. Patrick's Purgatory: An Essay On The Legends Of Purgatory, Hell And Paradise, Current During The Middle Ages

By Thomas Wright

Book Overview

St. Patrick's Purgatory: An Essay On The Legends Of Purgatory, Hell And Paradise, Current During The Middle Ages is a book written by Thomas Wright. This book is an exploration of the legends surrounding the concept of purgatory, hell, and paradise during the Middle Ages. It takes a look at the various beliefs, myths, and stories associated with these concepts and how they evolved over time. The book also delves into the history of St. Patrick's Purgatory, a site in Ireland that was believed to be a gateway to purgatory. It examines the various accounts of pilgrims who visited the site and their experiences. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the religious beliefs and practices of the Middle Ages and how they shaped the concept of the afterlife. It is a fascinating read for anyone interested in medieval history, religion, and mythology.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: 1163265063
• ISBN13: 9781163265062
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 206 Pages
• Weight: 0.62 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"