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Columba and All That

Columba and All That

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A Witty, Irreverent Look at Scotland's Saintly History

Allan Massie on Saint Columba and Scotland's religious origins


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About the Ebook

Columba And All That is a real-life adventure packed with historical facts about the legendary Celtic saint. Join Columba as he leaves his home in Ireland for the undiscovered country of Scotland. Witness magic and miracles as Columba confronts the Loch Ness Monster and mysterious painted warriors.Packed with fantastic illustrations, Columba And All That is one man's epic quest to spread the Word of God in a strange land - and hoping the natives like what they hear!Aimed at children aged 8-12.Discover the difference between Christians and PagansFind out how to make a Columban boat from animal skinsExplore Columba's monastery at IonaUncover Columba's dark secrets

Why You'll Love This Ebook

  • Discover the life of Saint Columba and the founding of Iona
  • Enjoy Allan Massie's sharp, accessible take on early Scottish Christianity
  • Explore the legends and realities of Scotland's spiritual beginnings
  • Read another celebrated title from Birlinn Ltd - Independent Scottish Publisher

About the Author

Allan Burnett is a freelance writer and editor based in Sweden. He has worked as deputy editor for the Scottish Standard and as deputy foreign editor for the Sunday Herald. He is the author of a number of bestselling children's history books, including World War I Tales of Adventure, World War II Tales of Adventure, The Story of Scotland and Invented in Scotland (all Birlinn).

Publication Details

Publisher: Birlinn Ltd

Publication Date: 12 August 2011

Print Length: 112 pages (Ebook edition)

ISBN (Ebook): 9780857901347

Format: Ebook


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