The Works Of Richard Hooker: Containing Eight Books Of The Laws Of Ecclesiastical Polity, And Several Other Treatises (1839) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781166117610)

The Works of Richard Hooker is a comprehensive collection of writings by the English theologian and philosopher Richard Hooker. The book contains eight books of the Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity, which is Hooker's most famous work and is considered a cornerstone of Anglican theology. The Laws of Ecclesiastical Polity is a treatise on the nature of the Church, its authority, and its relationship to the state. The book also includes several other treatises, including Hooker's sermon on justification and his writings on the nature of God, the sacraments, and the Church's role in society. This edition of The Works of Richard Hooker was published in 1839 and includes an introduction by the editor, which provides historical and biographical context for Hooker's life and work. The book is a valuable resource for scholars of theology, philosophy, and English history.To Which Is Prefixed The Life Of The Author.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: Richard Hooker
ISBN-10: 1166117618
ISBN-13: 9781166117610
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 648
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.46lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.56d