Glendalough: A Celtic Pilgrimage

by Marcus Losack, Michael Rodgers, Michael Rodgers

Book Overview

Visitors and pilgrims have been coming to Glendalough since early Celtic times, and today it is one of the most-visited ancient sites in Ireland. This detailed guidebook brings out the timeless... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1856071731
• ISBN13: 9781856071734
• Release Date: January 2010
• Publisher: Columba Press (IE)
• Length: 136 Pages
• Weight: 0.42 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 5.3" x 8.3"

Customer Reviews

A 'must' acquisition for any collection strong in Irish culture

A CELTIC PILGRIMAGE offers a fine blend of philosophy, spirituality and travel lore as it follows Irish poet John O'Donohue on a journey through Western Ireland. History, culture, and travel insights make this a 'must' acquisition for any collection strong in Irish culture.

I used this to help write my novel, great detail

This book makes you feel like you are there, even if you have never been. Like myself! When I wrote my book, A Knight In Glendalough, my Glendalough was based on this one. I hope I've captured it nearly as well.A Knight In Glendalough (The Aerleah Series)

A Mystical Place

I have visited Glendalough several times and it is one of my favorite places in Ireland. This beautifully written book brought this sacred site to life in an even deeper way and I cannot wait to go back, only this time it will have to be at least for a weekend retreat.

Whether or not you're going to Ireland, read this book!

I have been to Glendalough twice, spending a week there each time, with many hours in the company of the authors of this book. Michael Rodgers and Marcus Losack know and love the area of Glendalough. They are deeply grounded in the spiritual heritage of Celtic Christianity and, in addition, honor the deeper and wider aspects of spirituality that are present in this ancient site. In an era when Glendalough is in danger of becoming just another spot on the tourist trail, Michael and Marcus' book helps you to go deeper into ancient traditions, whether your pilgrimage is in person or in your heart.

The history of a place

To get the true feeling of a place, I think you have to know the background and what to look for. Visiting Glendalough in Ireland, you'll instantly see that the area is gorgeous, but knowing the rich history of the place and what to look for will enhance the meaning. This book will take you through the monastic city of Glendalough step by step, and explain the rich history of the place.