French Protestantism, 1559-1562 (1918)

By Caleb Guyer Kelly

Book Overview

French Protestantism, 1559-1562 is a historical book written by Caleb Guyer Kelly in 1918. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the Protestant movement in France during the years 1559 to 1562. It explores the political, social, and religious factors that led to the rise of Protestantism in France, as well as the challenges and struggles faced by the Protestant community during this time period.The book covers a wide range of topics, including the role of the French monarchy and nobility in the spread of Protestantism, the impact of the Protestant movement on French society, and the conflicts between Protestants and Catholics. The author also examines the various factions within the Protestant community and their differing views on theology and politics.Kelly's research draws heavily on primary sources, including contemporary accounts, letters, and official documents. He provides detailed descriptions of key events and figures in the history of French Protestantism, such as the Edict of January, the Colloquy of Poissy, and the rise of the Huguenot leader, Gaspard de Coligny.Overall, French Protestantism, 1559-1562 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Protestantism in France during the 16th century. It offers a nuanced and detailed analysis of a complex and tumultuous period in French history, and sheds light on the social, religious, and political forces that shaped the development of Protestantism in France.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: 1120622778
• ISBN13: 9781120622778
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 190 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"