The Life and Loves of Saint Columba - Hetherington, Tim
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'Years ago, I was captivated by a magical day spent on Iona and dreamed of writing a book on St Columba, an inspirational man far ahead of his time, who challenged the institutions of church and state, and created a monastery that became a beacon of spiritual and artistic light during the dark ages.' Tim Hetherington In this bold take on the life of Saint Columba - the founder of the religious community on the Scottish island of Iona and one of Ireland's three patron saints - Tim Hetherington eschews the pieties of a conventional hagiography in favour of a more down-to-earth view of the saint…mehr

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'Years ago, I was captivated by a magical day spent on Iona and dreamed of writing a book on St Columba, an inspirational man far ahead of his time, who challenged the institutions of church and state, and created a monastery that became a beacon of spiritual and artistic light during the dark ages.' Tim Hetherington In this bold take on the life of Saint Columba - the founder of the religious community on the Scottish island of Iona and one of Ireland's three patron saints - Tim Hetherington eschews the pieties of a conventional hagiography in favour of a more down-to-earth view of the saint and the religious, social and political world of Ireland and Scotland in the sixth century AD. Originally named Crimthann - the fox - and a member of the powerful Ui Neill Clan, Columba's remarkable gifts of intellect and character were quickly noted and nourished by the leading clerics of the day. But his impetuous nature and family loyalties led him to involvement in political intrigues and conflicts. Denounced by Church leaders, Columba left Ireland with twelve monks and founded the monastery on Iona. Over the years he established the Christian Church throughout Dalriada, the Irish kingdom in Western Scotland, and then in the rest of Scotland ruled by King Bridei of the Picts. Columba aligned himself closely, perhaps too closely, with the Dalriadan royal family. But the sheer force of his personality and his dedication to spreading Christianity by written works as well as by word of mouth ensured his special place in history. Masterfully blending extensive research and novelistic imagination, The Life and Loves of Saint Columba is full of fascinating insights into the nature of faith and spirituality. This is a must-read for anyone interested in Christianity or Irish history.
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Tim Hetherington spent his early years in the north of England. After graduating from Sussex University, he worked as a civil servant, followed by forty years in social services, first in England and then in Australia. After retiring, Tim moved to Thailand where he has devoted his time to his life-long passion for writing. The inspiration for this book was his grandmother's frequently spoken claim that the Hetheringtons were descended from a long line of highwaymen. This novel contains contemporaneous historical material concerning a certain highwayman named William Surtees Hetherington, who may or may not be one of his forebears. Tim has had two books published in recent years: Symmetry (2021), a book of short stories based on his experiences in child protection work. Published under the pseudonym Margaret Hughes. The Life and Loves of Saint Columba (2022).