This book breathes new life into one of the most important characters in Scotland's history - Saint Mungo (Kentigern). Chronicling the saint's life, from the remarkable circumstances surrounding his birth to his lifelong quest to reinvigorate Britain's Christian culture and his pivotal role in founding the city of Glasgow, the author creates a compendium of the well-known legends surrounding the monk's life. This passionate account of the miracles Saint Mungo performed and his unfaltering devotion to the Christian faith imaginatively weaves together legends from many different sources, piecing together a fascinating narrative that gives an insight into why he has become such an enduring and celebrated figure.
This book breathes new life into one of the most important characters in Scotland's history - Saint Mungo (Kentigern). Chronicling the saint's life, from the remarkable circumstances surrounding his birth to his lifelong quest to reinvigorate Britain's Christian culture and his pivotal role in founding the city of Glasgow, the author creates a compendium of the well-known legends surrounding the monk's life. This passionate account of the miracles Saint Mungo performed and his unfaltering devotion to the Christian faith imaginatively weaves together legends from many different sources, piecing together a fascinating narrative that gives an insight into why he has become such an enduring and celebrated figure.
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