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Iona, The Sacred Isle: A Sketch (1907)

Iona, The Sacred Isle: A Sketch (1907)

Jaffray, Robert

Hardcover

Travel GeneralFiction AnthologiesGeneral Law

ISBN10: 1161798307
ISBN13: 9781161798302
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 58
Weight: 0.57
Height: 0.25 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Iona, The Sacred Isle: A Sketch is a book written by Robert Jaffray and published in 1907. The book is a detailed account of the history and cultural significance of the island of Iona, located off the west coast of Scotland. Jaffray begins by describing the physical landscape of the island, including its rugged coastline, rolling hills, and stunning natural beauty. He then delves into the island's rich history, beginning with its early Christian roots. Iona was the site of a monastery founded by St. Columba in the 6th century, and Jaffray provides a fascinating account of the monastery's founding and subsequent development.The book also explores the island's role in Scottish history, including its importance as a center of learning and culture during the Middle Ages. Jaffray discusses the island's many famous visitors, including Scottish kings and queens, as well as poets and scholars.Throughout the book, Jaffray emphasizes the spiritual significance of Iona, describing it as a place of pilgrimage and sanctuary for people of all faiths. He also discusses the island's unique cultural traditions, including its music, dance, and art.Overall, Iona, The Sacred Isle: A Sketch is a comprehensive and engaging exploration of one of Scotland's most important historical and cultural landmarks. It is a must-read for anyone interested in Scottish history, culture, and spirituality.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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