Book Description

This comprehensive primer covers the extensive history of the Holy Catholic Church in Ireland, from the earliest days of Christianity to the formation of the modern Irish branch of the Church of Rome. Volume 1 explores the introduction of Christianity to Ireland, its spread throughout the country, and the political and social transformations it wrought. Volume 2 examines the evolution of the Church of Rome in Ireland, from its early establishment to its role in contemporary Irish society. This is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church in Ireland. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.