St. German, Bishop Of Auxerre (1844)

By John Walker and John Henry Newman

Book Overview

St. German, Bishop of Auxerre is a historical and biographical book written by John Henry Newman, an English theologian and cardinal. The book focuses on the life and legacy of St. German, a fifth-century bishop who played a significant role in the early Christian Church. Newman provides a detailed account of St. German's life, including his early years, his education, and his eventual appointment as bishop of Auxerre. The book also covers St. German's efforts to spread Christianity throughout Gaul, his role in the Pelagian controversy, and his influence on the development of the Church in France. Throughout the book, Newman draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a comprehensive and nuanced portrait of St. German. He also explores the broader historical context in which St. German lived, including the political and social upheavals of the time. Overall, St. German, Bishop of Auxerre is a rich and informative book that sheds light on an important figure in the history of the Christian Church. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the early history of Christianity, as well as those interested in the life and legacy of St. German.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: 1164033077
• ISBN13: 9781164033073
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 344 Pages
• Weight: 1.01 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"