Confessions of St. Patrick and Letter to Coroticus: The Classic Text in New Translation - Softcover

St.Patrick; Saint Patrick

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0385491638 ISBN 13: 9780385491631

Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell, 1998

Synopsis

Beyond being recognized as the patron saint of Ireland (perhaps for having chased some nonexistent snakes off the Emerald Isle), little else is popularly known about Saint Patrick. And yet, Patrick left behind a unique document, his Confession, which tells us much about both his life and his beliefs. This autobiography, originally written in the fifth century, and short by modern standards, is nonetheless a work that fascinates with its glimpse into the life of an intriguing man, and inspires with its testament of faith. Here, in this new edition from internationally acclaimed translator John Skinner, the character of Patrick, his era, and his world vividly come to life. Also included in this volume is the only other document known to have been written by Patrick, a letter he wrote to the soldiers of Coroticus - also Christians - who had raided parts of Ireland and taken away prisoners who were then sold into slavery. This letter is a wonderful demonstration of Patrick's rhetorical fire. Quite irate, Patrick harangues his fellow Christians, and the results are every bit as autobiographically revealing as the Confession. John O'Donohue provides an insightful foreword that re-creates the unique spirituality of Patrick and of the Irish people, and shows how it applies to our lives today.

About this title

About the Author:

John Skinner studied to become a Jesuit priest before pursuing a career in writing.A former journalist with "The Times of London, " he has extensively researched the works of the great mystics and saints.He is the author of "Hear Our Silence, " a popular study of the English Carthusians, and translator of "Revelation of Love" by Julian of Norwich.He lives in London with his wife, and is currently at work on his next work for Doubleday, a modern edition of the autobiography of English mystic Margery Kempe.
John O'Donohue, a theologian and poet, is the author of "Anam Cara."He lives in Ireland."

Synopsis:

The autobiography of one of the most popular saints in histroy, now available in a fresh, accessible translation.

About this edition

• Publisher: Bantam Doubleday Dell
• Publication date: 1998
• ISBN 10: 0385491638
• ISBN 13: 9780385491631
• Binding: Mass Market Paperback
• Number of pages: 112