Edel Bhreathnach has been awarded the 2024 James S. Donnelly Prize for her book Monasticism in Ireland, AD 900-1250. This book received accolades for its depth of research and analysis on Irish monastic life during the High Middle Ages. It features a nuanced assessment of texts and includes a glossary and source introductions. The book integrates information on female religious figures and their roles in monastic communities. It explores the functioning of monasteries, questioning the extent of the monastic identity in relation to the lay church. Fresh insights into religious practices and social dynamics in medieval Ireland are presented.
Edel Bhreathnach's Monasticism in Ireland, AD 900-1250 explores the functioning of monasteries during a period of major change, questioning the true nature of the monastic church.
The award committee praised the book for its depth of research, thoughtful analysis, and the integration of material on female religious figures, highlighting their roles in monastic communities.
Recognized as 'a wonderfully erudite work,' the book features a nuanced assessment of texts and includes valuable resources like a glossary and source introductions.
The book offers fresh insights into both religious practice and social dynamics in medieval Ireland, particularly regarding the relationship between the monastic and lay church.
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