A Man Born Again: Saint Thomas More (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163697771)

A Man Born Again: Saint Thomas More is a book written by John E. Beahn that offers a comprehensive account of the life of Saint Thomas More. More was a prominent figure in 16th century England, serving as a statesman, lawyer, and philosopher. He was also a devout Catholic who remained loyal to the Church despite the religious upheavals of his time.The book traces More's life from his childhood in London to his rise to prominence in the court of King Henry VIII. It explores his intellectual pursuits, including his writing and his interest in the classics. The book also delves into More's personal life, including his marriage and his relationships with his family and friends.As a Catholic in a time of religious turmoil, More faced many challenges. The book examines his decision to remain loyal to the Church and his refusal to acknowledge Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England. This ultimately led to More's arrest and execution for treason.A Man Born Again: Saint Thomas More offers a detailed and engaging portrait of a complex historical figure. It provides insight into the political and religious climate of 16th century England, and sheds light on the life of a man who remained true to his beliefs in the face of adversity.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.

Author: John E. Beahn
ISBN-10: 116369777X
ISBN-13: 9781163697771
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 220
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.66lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.46d