Few saints have inspired as rich a collection of stories as St. Patrick—and in The Rhymed Life of St. Patrick, Irish poet Katharine Tynan gathers them into one lively, beautifully illustrated ballad of Ireland's beloved Apostle.
From Patrick's capture by Irish raiders and lonely years tending sheep on Slemish Mountain to his return as a missionary, his confrontation with the Druids at Tara, his preaching with the shamrock, and the many miracles and legends surrounding his apostolate, Tynan carries the story forward in vigorous, memorable verse.
Lindsay Symington's striking illustrations are a perfect match for the poetry. Drawn with bold, energetic lines and a wonderful sense of movement, they give Patrick's adventures something of the character of an old heroic tale, while handsome borders and generous margins make every page feel substantial and beautifully composed.
Originally published by Burns & Oates in 1907, this handsome reproduction preserves the original design and illustrations. Equally delightful for children and adults, it makes a particularly fitting St. Patrick's Day gift—and a memorable way to become better acquainted with the Apostle of Ireland.
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8.5" x 11" hardcover 32 pages
“…in lively recitative ballad verse, Katharine Tynan tells the entire story of St. Patrick, without missing a single incident of any significance or importance. The book consists of thirty-two large folio pages, where 'a rivulet' of large, opulent type 'meanders through a meadow of margin,' set off by artistic illustrations. If Blessed Patrick and sweet St. Bride only respond to the prayer of the Envoy, and 'Bless this book and scatter it wide,' old and young may easily acquire and retain a comprehensive, if not complete, knowledge of all that is to be known of Ireland’s patron saint."
--from a review in The Catholic World, December 1907
Customer Reviews
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A Must Buy
This facsimile of the original edition is beautiful in every way. The life of St. Patrick is relayed in as an inspiring ballad, with elegant engravings,, and an appropriate hard cover binding. This edition matches the first edition in appearance to a a high degree. Highly recommended for every Catholic home. Well done St. Augustine Academy Press
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Beautiful book
One of my kids has a special devotion to St. Patrick. This book has beautiful poetry and I love the illustrations.
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Charming
Charming book, and beyond delighted that it is now part of my own personal collection.
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Lovely book
This is just a perfect book. Great pictures, beautiful words.
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Charming poems and wood block illustrations
This book was required for my children's homeschool co-op, so I bought it... it speaks for itself that I have since purchased multiple copies to give as gifts. This is a beautiful book, in every way. It is a charming way to learn the life of this beloved saint.
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Wonderful purchase! I bought it
Wonderful purchase! I bought it as a confirmation gift.
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Fantastic Catholic Reprint!
I just received my copies (I ordered five) of The Rhymed Life of St Patrick by the renowned Irish author Katharine Tynan (1861-1931), originally published in 1907. It is a far better reprint than I would have imagined possible. Indeed, it is elegant, beautiful, and handsome. . In my last review I mentioned that I possess original copies. This edition is as close to the original as possible without making it a costly book. ( If anyone would like to fund a facsimile edition with all the original specs, I'm sure the publisher would assist.) Indeed, LIsa Bergman has again come through on the side of the" Faith of Our Fathers, Holy Faith". It is for children and adults. Within there are many wonderful rhymes in a ballad approach. Of the many good lines here is just one example: "Great honour that little Shamrock has, That grows so green in the Irish grass." Amen! Again, here is a book to purchase and give as a gift to as many people as possible. It is certainly not just for the Irish or Irish Americans. Here is a book that should be read at home by parents to their children and repeated over and over again. Here is a book to become a family tradition to hand on from generation to generation. All those who treasure the life of St. Patrick and the good fruit of his missionary work and spirit, must have this book to read and treasure. May it never again go out of print. May this book revive the faith in the land of St. Patrick and through out the entire world.
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The Rhymed LIfe of St Patrick
Many have never seen a copy of this marvelous book. The good reason is that it has been out of print for many decades. It is printed in the same format as An Alphabet of Saints, Old Testament Rhymes, and A Child's Rule of Life. Each page has a little bit of the St. Patrick story told in ballad form by the renowned Irish poet and author Katharine Tynan (Hinkson). Each page has a lovely illustration by L. D. Symington. Though I have not yet seen the St. Augustine Academy Press edition, I am speaking with my own original copy from 1907 as a reference. I encourage all to order many copies, especially with the very attractive 25% discount, which expires on Easter Monday, April 2, 2018. I also highly recommend the other new books, especially the lovely Old Testament Rhymes and A Child's Rule of Life by Msgr. Robert Hugh Benson, also discounted for a short time.
