Archbishop Cranmer: A Lecture (1869)

By William Sidney Gibson

Book Overview

Archbishop Cranmer: A Lecture is a book written by William Sidney Gibson in 1869. The book is a historical account of the life and works of Thomas Cranmer, who was the Archbishop of Canterbury during the reign of King Henry VIII in England. The book provides a detailed analysis of Cranmer's religious beliefs and his role in the English Reformation. It also discusses his contributions to the Book of Common Prayer and his involvement in the trials of Anne Boleyn and Catherine Howard. The author presents Cranmer as a complex figure who was both a reformer and a conservative, and who played a significant role in shaping the religious landscape of England. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the English Reformation.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: 1104012316
• ISBN13: 9781104012311
• Release Date: January 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 56 Pages
• Weight: 0.19 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"