The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran

The Latin & Irish Lives of Ciaran is a scholarly work that delves into the life and legacy of Saint Ciaran one of the early Irish saints. This book presents a comprehensive collection of hagiographies which are biographies of saints written in both Latin and Irish. The translator Robert Alexander Stewart Macalister meticulously translates these texts providing insights into the historical and cultural context of Ciaran''s life. The work highlights the significance of Ciaran in the development of early Christian monasticism in Ireland particularly through his founding of the monastery at Clonmacnoise. *** Macalister''s translation not only preserves the original texts but also makes them accessible to a modern audience allowing readers to appreciate the rich tapestry of early Irish spirituality and history. The book serves as an important resource for scholars of hagiography medieval studies and Irish history. By examining the various accounts of Ciaran''s life the work sheds light on the interplay between legend and historical fact illustrating how saints were venerated in early medieval Ireland and their impact on the Christian faith in the region.