Reginald Pole, Cardinal Archbishop Of Canterbury: An Historical Sketch (1888) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436563888)

Reginald Pole, Cardinal Archbishop Of Canterbury: An Historical Sketch is a book written by Frederick George Lee and published in 1888. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Reginald Pole, who was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the reign of Queen Mary I of England. Pole was a cardinal and the Archbishop of Canterbury, and he played a key role in the religious and political events of his time.The book covers Pole's early life, his education, and his rise to prominence in the Catholic Church. It also explores his relationship with the Tudor monarchs, particularly with Queen Mary I, whom he supported in her efforts to restore Catholicism to England. The book also examines Pole's role in the Council of Trent, a key event in the history of the Catholic Church.Throughout the book, Lee provides a detailed and nuanced analysis of Pole's life and work, drawing on a range of primary sources and historical accounts. He also situates Pole within the broader context of the religious and political events of his time, providing readers with a rich and informative account of this important historical figure.Overall, Reginald Pole, Cardinal Archbishop Of Canterbury: An Historical Sketch is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the Tudor period, or the history of England more broadly. It is a well-written and engaging book that provides readers with a fascinating insight into the life and work of one of the most important figures of the sixteenth century.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: Frederick George Lee
ISBN-10: 1436563887
ISBN-13: 9781436563888
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 352
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.51lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d