9781331850458 - The Life of Dr. John Fisher, Vol. 2: Bishop of Rochester in the Reign of King Henry VIII, With an an of Appendix of Illustrative Documents and Papers (Classic Repri... (3 resultados)

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condición: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condición: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the life and times of John Fisher, a prominent English bishop during the early 16th century. The author chronicles Fisher's significant role in the religious and political upheavals of his era, particularly his staunch opposition to King Henry VIII's divorce from Catherine of Aragon and subsequent marriage to Anne Boleyn. The book explores the complex theological, legal, and political debates surrounding the divorce and its far-reaching consequences for the Church of England and the English monarchy. Through the author's meticulous research and analysis, readers gain a comprehensive understanding of Fisher's unwavering commitment to Catholic doctrine and his principled resistance against the King's ecclesiastical reforms. This book sheds light on a pivotal moment in English history and offers valuable insights into the motivations and beliefs of a key figure during the tumultuous period of the English Reformation. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.