Life Of Thomas A Becket (1860)

By Henry Hart Milman

Book Overview

The book ""Life Of Thomas A Becket"" is a historical biography written by Henry Hart Milman in 1860. It chronicles the life and times of Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury in the 12th century. The book explores the political and religious landscape of England during this period, as well as the tensions between the Church and the State. It also delves into the personal life of Becket, including his friendship with King Henry II and his eventual murder at the hands of the king's knights. Milman's writing is detailed and well-researched, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of Becket's life and legacy. Overall, ""Life Of Thomas A Becket"" is a fascinating read for anyone interested in medieval history or the role of religion in politics.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: 1104253798
• ISBN13: 9781104253790
• Release Date: April 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"