02333cam a22003133u 4500 29121 UtSlPG 20260610133649.0 m cr n 260607r2009||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 PR De Vere, Aubrey, 1814-1902 Legends of the Saxon Saints Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2009 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2009-06-14 Produced by David Clarke, Leonard Johnson and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/Canadian Libraries) "Legends of the Saxon Saints" by Aubrey De Vere is a collection of poetic narratives written in the late 19th century. The work explores the lives and impacts of various saints during the critical period of England’s conversion to Christianity, focusing on characters such as King Ethelbert, St. Augustine, and other historical figures from the Anglo-Saxon era. Through its poetic lens, the collection delves into themes of faith, conflict, and the fusion of paganism with emerging Christian beliefs. The opening of the work introduces the context and purpose behind the poems, setting the stage for a vibrant exploration of England's early Christian history. It begins with an acknowledgment of the significance of the events surrounding the nation's conversion and highlights Saint Augustine's arrival in England, as well as the royal lineage of King Ethelbert of Kent. This portion establishes a narrative that will interweave the historical backdrop of the Anglo-Saxon society with the saintly figures whose faith and actions shaped it. The author aims to provide both a poetic account and an insightful reflection on the characters and events that defined this transformative period. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Legends -- Great Britain Saints -- Great Britain https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/29121 69969 69969