Irish & Celtic Books
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NEW!
THE BOOK OF KELLS
Completely Reproduced in this New Edition
For the first time, the complete Book of Kells is now available in an affordable reproduction. Over 50 of the most striking pages are meticulously reproduced at full size, and the complete manuscript is shown in reduced form (8 folios per page). The Book of Kells is Ireland's greatest national treasure and perhaps the greatest illuminated manuscript in existence. Created by Irish monks in the late eighth century, this collection of the four Gospels displays the awe-inspiring artistry of the Celtic tradition in full flower. 9" x 12" Hardcover, 152 pages.
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Imported from Ireland
BR. ANSELM'S GLENSTAL COOKBOOK
Introduction by John Hurt
For many years Brother Anselm Hurt has been in charge of meals for monks and guests at Glenstal Abbey. Now, after many requests from satisfied diners, he shares more than 65 of his recipes, from soups to desserts. Includes traditional Irish fare (Dublin Coddle, Irish Stew) as well as international favorites (from jambalaya to pasta). Includes line drawings of monastic life, passages from St. Benedict's Rule and more than a dash of humor. Foreword by the actor John Hurt, Br. Anselm's brother. Spiral bound to lie flat.
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Imported from Ireland
THE KYLEMORE ABBEY COOKBOOK
Nestled in the wilds of Ireland's Connemara Hills, a magnificent turreted castle is home to Kylemore Abbey. It is one of Ireland's top tourist attractions -- famous for home-cooked meals lovingly prepared by Benedictine nuns. This collection of their best recipes includes many practical and tasty dishes for everyday and traditional favorites for special occasions, such as Michaelmas goose with potato stuffing, Sr. Benedict's Christmas Cake with royal icing, Easter lamb with rosemary, and Resurrection pudding. Includes a brief history of the Abbey, from 1665 to the present. Color photos. Paperback, 139 pages.
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THE CELTIC MONK
Rules & Writings of Early Irish Monks
by Uinseann O Maidin, OCR
These graceful translations of Irish monastic rules and spiritual maxims, along with samples of Irish litanies and poetry from the early Celtic monastic world, convey the spirituality of the Isle of Saints from the sixth to eight centuries. Illustrations and photographs.
Paperback, 216 pages.
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