In this meticulously researched book, James Boniface Mackinlay provides a detailed account of the life and legacy of Saint Edmund, a ninth-century king of East Anglia who was martyred for his Christian beliefs. Drawing on original manuscripts and other historical sources, Mackinlay offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the world of medieval England and the enduring legacy of one of its most revered saints. 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.