This comprehensive reference work offers a fascinating glimpse into the lives and legends of the saints who shaped Britain's religious and cultural history. Drawing upon a wealth of hagiographical and biographical sources, the author provides detailed accounts of the lives, miracles, and martyrdoms of over 150 saints, from Saint Alban to Saint Winefride. Whether you are a scholar of religious studies, a historian of Britain, or simply interested in the stories of the saints, The Lives of the British Saints is an invaluable resource.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.