Publisher's Synopsis
Collections On Irish Church History V2: Irish Bishops (1874) is a book written by Laurence F. Renehan. It is a comprehensive account of the history of the Irish Church, focusing on the role of the Irish bishops. The book is divided into several sections, each of which covers a different period in the history of the Irish Church. The first section of the book provides an overview of the early Christian Church in Ireland, including the arrival of St. Patrick and the establishment of the monastic tradition. The second section covers the period from the Middle Ages to the Reformation, examining the role of the Irish bishops in the political and religious upheavals of this time. The third section of the book focuses on the post-Reformation period, when the Irish Church was divided between Catholics and Protestants. This section explores the role of the Irish bishops in the struggle for religious freedom and the establishment of the Catholic Church in Ireland. Throughout the book, Renehan provides detailed biographies of many of the most important Irish bishops, including St. Malachy, St. Laurence O'Toole, and Cardinal Paul Cullen. He also includes a wealth of historical documents and primary sources, making this book an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Irish Church. Overall, Collections On Irish Church History V2: Irish Bishops (1874) is a comprehensive and informative account of the history of the Irish Church, offering a detailed look at the role of the Irish bishops in shaping the religious and political landscape of Ireland.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.
