Sketch Of The Life Of St. Thomas Of Canterbury (1843)

By William George Read

Book Overview

Sketch of the Life of St. Thomas of Canterbury is a biographical work written by William George Read and published in 1843. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life of Thomas Becket, the Archbishop of Canterbury in the 12th century. The author delves into the early years of Becket's life, his education, and his rise to prominence in the church. The book also explores the tumultuous relationship between Becket and King Henry II, which ultimately led to Becket's murder in Canterbury Cathedral in 1170. The author provides a detailed analysis of the political and religious climate of the time, as well as the impact of Becket's death on the church and the nation. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the church, the Middle Ages, or the life of St. Thomas of Canterbury.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: 1166907511
• ISBN13: 9781166907518
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 32 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 8.5" x 11.0"