The Friars: And How They Came To England

By Thomas of Eccleston, of Eccleston Thomas, Thomas

Book Overview

The Friars: And How They Came To England is a historical book written by Thomas Of Eccleston. The book provides a detailed account of the arrival of the friars in England, their early struggles, and their eventual success in establishing themselves as a prominent religious order in the country. The author, who was a member of the Franciscan order himself, provides a unique perspective on the history of the friars in England. He covers the arrival of the Franciscans and Dominicans in the early 13th century, their initial struggles to gain acceptance from the established church, and their eventual success in winning over the hearts and minds of the English people. The book also delves into the lives of some of the most prominent friars of the time, including St. Francis of Assisi and St. Dominic. The Friars: And How They Came To England is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the development of religious orders, and the history of England during the Middle Ages.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: 1162937734
• ISBN13: 9781162937731
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"