Latimer's Candle: The Story Of A Great Life (1883) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165415632)

Latimer's Candle: The Story of a Great Life is a biographical book written by Frances E. Cooke and published in 1883. The book tells the story of Hugh Latimer, an English Protestant bishop who lived during the 16th century. Latimer was known for his strong faith and his commitment to the Protestant Reformation. The book begins by describing Latimer's early life and education, including his studies at Cambridge University. It then goes on to detail his involvement in the English Reformation, including his friendship with Thomas Cranmer and his role in the writing of the Book of Common Prayer. The book also covers Latimer's imprisonment and eventual martyrdom, as well as his lasting impact on the Church of England. Throughout the book, Cooke portrays Latimer as a man of great faith and conviction, whose life serves as an inspiration to all Christians. Overall, Latimer's Candle is a well-researched and engaging biography of one of the most important figures in English religious history. It offers readers a detailed look at Latimer's life and legacy, as well as insights into the broader historical context of the English 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.

Author: Frances E. Cooke
ISBN-10: 1165415631
ISBN-13: 9781165415632
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 130
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.28d