A History Of The Somerest Carthusians (1895)

By Ethel Margaret Thompson

Book Overview

A History of the Somerset Carthusians is a book written by Ethel Margaret Thompson in 1895. The book is a detailed account of the Carthusian order, a Catholic monastic order that was founded in the 11th century. The focus of the book is on the Carthusian monastery in Somerset, England, which was established in the 12th century.The book covers the history of the Somerset Carthusians from their founding to the dissolution of the monasteries in the 16th century. It provides a detailed account of the daily life of the monks, their religious practices, and their interactions with the outside world. The book also explores the role of the Somerset Carthusians in the broader context of English history and the Catholic Church.Thompson's writing is scholarly and well-researched, drawing on primary sources such as manuscripts and official documents. The book includes numerous illustrations and photographs, as well as maps and diagrams to help readers understand the layout of the monastery and its surrounding area.Overall, A History of the Somerset Carthusians is an important work of historical scholarship that provides a fascinating insight into the life of a medieval monastic community. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, medieval England, or the history of monasticism.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1104594544
• ISBN13: 9781104594541
• Release Date: June 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 422 Pages
• Weight: 1.24 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"