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How the Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role From the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe (The Hinges of History)

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Book Synopsis: NATIONAL BESTSELLER • A book in the best tradition of popular history—the untold story of Ireland's role in maintaining Western culture while the Dark Ages settled on Europe. • The perfect St. Patrick's Day gift!Every year millions of Americans celebrate St. Patrick's Day, but they may not be aware of how great an influence St. Patrick was on the subsequent history of civilization. Not only did he bring Christianity to Ireland, he instilled a sense of literacy and learning that would create the conditions that allowed Ireland to become "the isle of saints and scholars"—and thus preserve Western culture while Europe was being overrun by barbarians. In this entertaining and compelling narrative, Thomas Cahill tells the story of how Europe evolved from the classical age of Rome to the medieval era. Without Ireland, the transition could not have taken place. Not only did Irish monks and scribes maintain the very record of Western civilization — copying manuscripts of Greek and Latin writers, both pagan and Christian, while libraries and learning on the continent were forever lost—they brought their uniquely Irish world-view to the task. As Cahill delightfully illustrates, so much of the liveliness we associate with medieval culture has its roots in Ireland. When the seeds of culture were replanted on the European continent, it was from Ireland that they were germinated. In the tradition of Barbara Tuchman’s A Distant Mirror, How The Irish Saved Civilization reconstructs an era that few know about but which is central to understanding our past and our cultural heritage. But it conveys its knowledge with a winking wit that aptly captures the sensibility of the unsung Irish who relaunched civilization.

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Discover the astonishing untold story of how the Irish saved civilization and preserved Western culture during the Dark Ages. In his mesmerizing book, "How the Irish Saved Civilization: The Untold Story of Ireland's Heroic Role From the Fall of Rome to the Rise of Medieval Europe," Thomas Cahill takes you on an exciting journey through history that will captivate your imagination. From St. Patrick's influence in bringing Christianity to Ireland to the country's foundation as the "isle of saints and scholars," Ireland played a pivotal role in safeguarding the treasures of Western civilization when Europe was being overrun by barbarians. Celebrate St. Patrick's Day with a book that uncovers the hidden heroes who shaped our world.

Unveil a world that few know about, yet holds the key to understanding our past and cultural heritage. Irish monks and scribes, known for their dedication and pursuit of knowledge, tirelessly preserved the records of Western civilization. While libraries and learning on the continent were lost forever, these unsung heroes meticulously copied manuscripts of important Greek and Latin writers, both pagan and Christian. Without their efforts, the transition from the classical age of Rome to the medieval era would not have been possible.

Experience the vivacity and spirit of medieval culture that traces its roots back to Ireland. As Thomas Cahill skillfully conveys, the seeds of culture were replanted on the European continent, germinating from the uniquely Irish world-view brought by the Irish monks and scribes. Step into an era that shaped our present, filled with remarkable individuals who flourished against all odds.

Be captivated by Cahill's narrative as he skillfully reconstructs this essential period in history. With his delightful wit and engaging storytelling style, he brings to life a time that laid the foundation for our cultural heritage. Experience the witty and vibrant world of the unsung Irish heroes who relaunched civilization and be inspired by their story.

Uncover the incredible story of how the Irish saved civilization. Rediscover a piece of history that has long been overlooked and gain a deeper understanding of the profound impact Ireland had on the development of Western culture. Carrying on the legacy of the Irish, embrace your own thirst for knowledge and celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with "How the Irish Saved Civilization."

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