Wycliffe Ballads: A Biography In Verse With Other Poems And Ballads Of Protestantism (1888)

By T Clifford O'Connor

Book Overview

Wycliffe Ballads: A Biography In Verse With Other Poems And Ballads Of Protestantism is a book written by T. Clifford O'Connor and originally published in 1888. The book is a collection of poems and ballads that tell the story of John Wycliffe, an English theologian, philosopher, and reformer who was a precursor to the Protestant Reformation. The poems and ballads also explore the broader themes of Protestantism and the struggles faced by its adherents in England during the Middle Ages. The book is divided into two parts. The first part is a biography of John Wycliffe, which is told through a series of ballads. The ballads cover the major events in Wycliffe's life, including his early years, his time at Oxford University, his appointment as a chaplain to the king, and his eventual exile from the church. The ballads also explore Wycliffe's theological ideas, including his belief in the authority of the Bible and his opposition to the doctrine of transubstantiation.The second part of the book is a collection of other poems and ballads related to Protestantism. These include ballads about the martyrdom of John Huss, a Czech reformer who was burned at the stake, and the story of William Tyndale, an English scholar who translated the Bible into English. The poems and ballads in this section also touch on broader themes related to Protestantism, such as the importance of individual conscience and the struggle for religious freedom.Overall, Wycliffe Ballads: A Biography In Verse With Other Poems And Ballads Of Protestantism is a fascinating and engaging look at the life and ideas of John Wycliffe and the broader movement of Protestantism in England during the Middle Ages. The book's use of ballads and poetry gives it a unique and memorable voice, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity and the Protestant Reformation.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: 1164019724
• ISBN13: 9781164019725
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 250 Pages
• Weight: 0.75 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"