John Knox's History of the Reformation in Scotland V2 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781425494452)

John Knox's History of the Reformation in Scotland is a two-volume book that provides a detailed account of the Scottish Reformation, which took place in the 16th century. The author, John Knox, was a prominent figure in the movement and played a key role in the establishment of the Presbyterian Church in Scotland.The first volume of the book covers the period from the arrival of the first Protestant preachers in Scotland to the abdication of Mary, Queen of Scots in 1567. Knox describes the various events and individuals that shaped the Reformation in Scotland, including the influence of Martin Luther and John Calvin, the rise of Protestantism in Europe, and the political struggles between the Scottish nobility and the Catholic Church.The second volume of the book continues the story of the Reformation in Scotland, covering the period from the abdication of Mary, Queen of Scots to the establishment of the Presbyterian Church in 1592. Knox provides a detailed account of the various religious and political conflicts that occurred during this period, including the rise of the Scottish Covenanters and the English Civil War.Overall, John Knox's History of the Reformation in Scotland is a comprehensive and authoritative account of one of the most significant periods in Scottish history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Reformation or the development of Scottish identity and culture.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 Dickinson Knox
ISBN-10: 1425494455
ISBN-13: 9781425494452
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 05/05/2006
Pages: 508
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.63lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.13d