The Life and Times of St. Boniface

By James M. Williamson

Book Overview

The Life and Times of St. Boniface is a historical biography written by James Mann Williamson and originally published in 1904. The book tells the story of St. Boniface, a prominent figure in the early Christian church who lived in the 8th century. Boniface was a missionary who worked to spread Christianity throughout Europe, particularly in what is now Germany. The book begins with a brief overview of Boniface's early life and education, including his time spent studying at the monastery of Nursling. It then goes on to detail his missionary work, including his efforts to convert the pagan tribes of Germany to Christianity. The book also delves into Boniface's relationships with other prominent figures of the time, such as Pope Gregory II and King Pepin of the Franks.Throughout the book, Williamson provides historical context for Boniface's life and work, including the cultural and political climate of Europe during the 8th century. He also draws on primary sources, such as letters and documents written by Boniface himself, to provide insight into the saint's thoughts and motivations.Overall, The Life and Times of St. Boniface is a comprehensive and engaging biography that sheds light on the life of an important figure in Christian history. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity, medieval Europe, or the lives of the saints.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: 1164855999
• ISBN13: 9781164855996
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 154 Pages
• Weight: 0.47 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"