The Life of Archbishop Laud

By Charles Webb Le Bas

Book Overview

""The Life of Archbishop Laud"" is a biography written by Charles Webb Le Bas about William Laud, who served as Archbishop of Canterbury from 1633 until his execution in 1645. The book explores Laud's life, from his early years as a student at Oxford University to his rise within the Church of England and his eventual downfall during the English Civil War. Le Bas provides a detailed account of Laud's religious and political beliefs, as well as his efforts to promote the Church of England and maintain its authority over dissenters. The book also delves into Laud's relationships with other prominent figures of the time, including King Charles I and his advisors. Overall, ""The Life of Archbishop Laud"" offers a comprehensive look at the life and legacy of one of England's most controversial religious figures.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: 141795714X
• ISBN13: 9781417957149
• Release Date: May 2005
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 404 Pages
• Weight: 1.30 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.0" x 9.0"