The Cross and the Shamrock. Or, How To Defend The Faith
The Cross and the Shamrock. Or, How To Defend The Faith

Author: Hugh Quigley

Publisher: Good Press

Published: 2023-08-22

Total Pages: 173

ISBN-13:

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In 'The Cross and the Shamrock. Or, How To Defend The Faith' by Hugh Quigley, readers are presented with a comprehensive analysis of the intricate relationship between Christianity and Celtic paganism. Quigley explores the historical context in which these two belief systems intermingled, offering a detailed examination of the methods used by Christians to combat the influence of paganism in medieval Ireland. Through a combination of theological insights and historical examples, Quigley delves into the complexities of religious syncretism, shedding light on the challenges faced by early missionaries. His writing style is both erudite and accessible, making this book a valuable resource for scholars and general readers alike. The author's meticulous research and thoughtful analysis contribute to a greater understanding of the religious landscape of ancient Ireland, making this book an important contribution to the field of religious studies. Anyone interested in the history of Christianity, Celtic spirituality, or the intersection of different belief systems will find 'The Cross and the Shamrock' to be a compelling and enlightening read.

The Shamrock and Peach
The Shamrock and Peach

Author: Judith McLoughlin

Publisher: Ambassador-Emerald International

Published: 2011-09-14

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13: 9781935507802

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The Shamrock and Peach is a unique book in many ways. It is a cookbook that explores the best of Ulster-Scots cuisine but is also the tale of an immigrant's journey, following in the footsteps of those Scots-Irish settlers who forged the trails of Appalachia years ago. It is a story of the many cultural overlaps that exist between the North of Ireland and the Deep South, celebrating those cultural expressions through the language of really good food. The first half of the book is set in the green fields of Ireland from where we cross the ocean to the American South to discover some wonderful food experiences that have their roots in the Emerald Isle. Filled with beautiful photographs of both regions, this cookbook will be a fun and interesting resource to browse through and use in your kitchen for years to come.

Shamrock Tea
Shamrock Tea

Author: Ciaran Carson

Publisher: Granta Books (Uk)

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 328

ISBN-13:

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Shamrock Tea is an Irish drug that enables its users to see things not given to ordinary mortals. They can sense colours and sounds more vividly; they can penetrate the surface of paintings; they can cross time. The narrator, his cousin and a strange Belgian friend know that their lives are ruled mysteriously by the great van Eyck painting, The Arnolfini Portrait, and they have travelled in dream like moments through the painting into other times. They discover that each moment is connected to every other. But in the strange world of Shamrock Tea, no story can be straightforward. With a cast of characters that includes the gardener Ludwig Wittgenstein, this book will blow your mind.

The Wearing of the Green
The Wearing of the Green

Author: Mike Cronin

Publisher: Routledge

Published: 2004-11-23

Total Pages: 374

ISBN-13: 1134242301

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The full history of St. Patrick's day is captured here for the first time in The Wearing of the Green. Illustrated with photos, the book spans the medieval origins, steeped in folklore and myth, through its turbulent and troubled times when it acted as fuel for fierce political argument, and tells the fascinating story of how the celebration of 17th March was transformed from a stuffy dinner for Ireland's elite to one of the world's most public festivals. Looking at more general Irish traditions and Irish communities throughout the world, Mike Cronin and Daryl Adair follow the history of this widely celebrated event, examining how the day has been exploited both politically and commercially, and they explore the shared heritage of the Irish through the development of this unique patriotic holiday. Highly informative for students of history, cultural studies and sociology, and an absolute delight for anyone interested in the fascinating and unique culture of Ireland.

The Cross Roads
The Cross Roads

Author: Neal Horgan

Publisher: Neal Horgan T/a Sportsproview

Published: 2019-09-27

Total Pages: 292

ISBN-13: 0993062288

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The Cross Roads is the third and final chapter in Neal Horgan's critically acclaimed series The Fall, Death and Rise of Cork City FC. It charts the return of the club to the Premier Division of the League of Ireland, and the emergence of fans organisation FORAS. The book also charts the crisis at the governing association for soccer in Ireland, the FAI.