Saint Patrick's Purgatory: A Mediaeval Pilgrimage in Ireland
- 110 Seiten
- 4 Lesestunden
St John Drelincourt Seymour war ein Geistlicher der Church of Ireland, dessen Schriften sich mit irischer Geschichte, Folklore und dem Übernatürlichen befassten. Seine Arbeit tauchte tief in das irische Kulturerbe ein und erforschte die mysteriösen und folkloristischen Aspekte der Insel. Seymour bot eine einzigartige Perspektive auf irische Traditionen und Legenden. Seine Schriften beleuchten weniger bekannte Facetten des irischen Lebens und der Geschichte.




The book features the work of St. John D Seymour, a minister and explorer dedicated to documenting real-life encounters with supernatural beings like witches and ghosts. It focuses on rare Irish ghost stories from the early 1900s, which have become scarce and costly. This edition aims to make these classic tales accessible again by republishing them with the original text and artwork in a modern, affordable format.
This book was converted from its physical edition to the digital format by a community of volunteers. You may find it for free on the web. Purchase of the Kindle edition includes wireless delivery.
Exploring Ireland's rich history of witchcraft, the book delves into notable figures such as Dame Alice Kyteler and examines witch trials spanning centuries, including a 1911 case. St. John Seymour provides detailed analyses of the accused individuals, their supernatural companions, and the demons linked to these events. This classic study offers a captivating insight into the intersection of folklore and legal history, making it a valuable resource for enthusiasts of occult history.