This in-depth study of the history and culture of the Italian Lake District focuses on the role played by Christian missionaries in the region during the early Middle Ages. The author provides a detailed account of the lives and activities of two important Italian saints, S. Giulio and S. Giuliano, and examines the legacy they left behind. The book is an essential resource for historians, theologians, and anyone interested in the religious history of Italy. 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.