Records Of The English Province Of The Society Of Jesus - Henry Foley - Bog

""Records of the English Province of the Society of Jesus: Historic Facts Illustrative of the Labors and Sufferings of Its Members in the Sixteenth and Seventeenth Centuries"" is a historical book written by Henry Foley and published in 1875. The book provides a comprehensive account of the English Province of the Society of Jesus, which was founded in the sixteenth century and played a significant role in the religious and political history of England during that time. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which focuses on a specific period or event in the history of the English Province. The first chapter provides an overview of the foundation of the Society of Jesus and its early years in England. Subsequent chapters cover topics such as the Jesuits' involvement in the Gunpowder Plot, their missionary work in England and Ireland, their persecution and martyrdom under Queen Elizabeth I and King James I, and their role in the English Civil War.The book is based on a wealth of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and other documents written by Jesuits who lived and worked in England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Foley's writing style is clear and concise, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in the history of the Jesuits in England. Overall, ""Records of the English Province of the Society of Jesus"" is an important historical work that sheds light on the role of the Jesuits in English history during a tumultuous period marked by religious and political upheaval. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Jesuits or the history of England during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries.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.