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Robert Hugh Benson was an Anglican priest who later joined the Catholic Church in the 20th century. His religious works remain influential among Christians today.

One of the most coldly calculated acts of Henry VIII during the Reformation was the dissolution of the monasteries. Monks and nuns were driven from their cloisters; the abbeys were plundered and turned over to greedy courtiers. From these ignoble proceedings came Robert Hugh... Read Full Overview

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The brothers of the Torridon family make their way in the world -- the eldest, Ralph, in service to Cromwell and the youngest, Christopher, in service to God and the Catholic church as a monk in the Priory at Lewes. Their paths carry them to completely different... Read Full Overview

One of the most coldly calculated acts of Henry VIII during the Reformation was the dissolution of the monasteries. Monks and nuns were driven from their cloisters; the abbeys were plundered and turned over to greedy courtiers. From these ignoble proceedings came Robert Hugh... Read Full Overview

The King's Achievement

Henry VIII (28 June 1491 - 28 January 1547) was King of England from 21 April 1509 until his death. He was the first ever English King of Ireland, and continued the nominal claim by English monarchs to the Kingdom of France. Henry was the second Tudor monarch, succeeding his... Read Full Overview

Robert Hugh Benson (18 November 1871 - 19 October 1914) was an English Roman Catholic priest and writer. In 1903, Benson, a Anglican priest, was received into the Catholic Church; he was ordained a Catholic priest the next year. He was also a prolific writer of fiction, writing... Read Full Overview

"The King's Achievement" from Benson Robert Hugh. English Anglican priest who joined the Roman Catholic Church (1871-1914).

""The King's Achievement"" is a historical novel written by Robert Hugh Benson and published in 1918. The story is set in the 16th century and follows the life of King Henry VIII from his early years as a prince to his reign as the most powerful monarch in England. The book explores... Read Full Overview

"The King's Achievement" from Robert Hugh Benson. English Anglican priest who in 1903 was received into the Roman Catholic Church (1871-1914).