Devon Notes Queries, Vol. 1: A Quarterly Journal Devoted to the Local History Biography and Antiquities of the County of Devon (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

P. F. S. Amery

 
9781330809518: Devon Notes Queries, Vol. 1: A Quarterly Journal Devoted to the Local History Biography and Antiquities of the County of Devon (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

This book presents the story of Petroc, a 6th-century Celtic saint whose teachings endured through the ages. Born to a noble Gwentian family, Petroc was thought to be a distant relative of King Arthur. He traveled widely, gaining religious experience in Ireland and bringing his Christian message to Cornwall and Devon. The author draws on legends and historical accounts to trace Petroc's journey, exploring the development of Celtic Christianity and the cultural landscape of early medieval Britain. The book highlights Petroc's miraculous feats and the enduring power of his legacy, offering insights into the beliefs and practices of early Christianity in the West.

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Other Popular Editions of the Same Title

9780365208389: Devon Notes and Queries, Vol. 1: A Quarterly Journal Devoted to the Local History, Biography and Antiquities of the County of Devon; From January, 1900 to October, 1901 (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10:  0365208388 ISBN 13:  9780365208389
Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018
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