Walter De Wenlok: Abbot Of Westminster (1920)

By Ernest Harold Pearce

Book Overview

Walter De Wenlok: Abbot Of Westminster (1920) is a historical biography written by Ernest Harold Pearce. The book tells the story of Walter De Wenlok, who was the abbot of Westminster Abbey during the 14th century. The author provides a detailed account of Wenlok's life, including his early years, his rise to power, and his eventual downfall. The book also explores the political and social context of the time, including the Black Death and the Hundred Years' War. Through meticulous research and engaging storytelling, Pearce brings to life the fascinating world of medieval England and the complex figure of Walter De Wenlok. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in English history, the medieval church, or the lives of powerful individuals in 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: 116401921X
• ISBN13: 9781164019213
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 246 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"