The Life Of Thomas Ken: Bishop Of Bath And Wells (1859)

By George Long Duyckinck

Book Overview

The Life of Thomas Ken: Bishop of Bath and Wells is a biographical work by George L. Duyckinck, first published in 1859. The book chronicles the life of Thomas Ken, a prominent figure in the Church of England during the 17th century. Ken served as the Bishop of Bath and Wells and was known for his piety and commitment to the Anglican faith. The book provides a detailed account of Ken's upbringing, education, and career, as well as his involvement in the political and religious issues of his time. Duyckinck draws on a range of primary sources, including Ken's own writings, to offer a comprehensive portrait of this influential figure in English history. The Life of Thomas Ken is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England and the role of religion in early modern England.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: 1104497611
• ISBN13: 9781104497613
• Release Date: May 2009
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 324 Pages
• Weight: 0.96 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"