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Archæological Dissertation on the Birth-Place of Saint Patrick (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

Duncan Macnab

 
9780483607040: Archæological Dissertation on the Birth-Place of Saint Patrick (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

Unraveling Saint Patrick’s Birthplace

Explore a careful, evidence‑driven look at where St. Patrick may have been born. The book weighs place names, ancient texts, and local tradition to map a likely site on Chapel-hill near Kilpatrick, and explains how Latin, Irish, and Scottish sources shape the puzzle.

This edition gathers linguistic clues, historical documents, and field observations to trace the birth site through the Roman frontier, early biographers, and parish lore. It presents a measured argument about how modern readers can approach a question that blends geography, archaeology, and myth, without claiming certainty where it’s not due.
  • See how names like Emporium, Nempthor, and Kilpatrick are interpreted as clues to the birthplace.
  • Learn how a tower, a chapel, and a Roman station on Antonine’s wall fit together with medieval and Protestant traditions.
  • Understand how travel, language changes, and archival references influence long-standing beliefs.
  • Read about local fieldwork and the enduring cultural significance of the site.
Ideal for readers of religious history, Celtic studies, and regional archaeology who want a grounded, methodical examination of a famous birthplace claim.

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