St. Aldhelm - George Forrest Browne - Bog

St. Aldhelm: His Life And Times is a book written by George Forrest Browne and published in 1903. It is a biography of St. Aldhelm, an Anglo-Saxon bishop and scholar who lived in the 7th century. The book covers Aldhelm's life, from his birth in Wessex to his education in Canterbury and his appointment as bishop of Sherborne. It also describes his contributions to literature, including his poetry and prose, as well as his role in the establishment of the Benedictine monastery at Malmesbury. The book provides a detailed account of the political and cultural context in which Aldhelm lived, including the rise of Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England and the influence of the Roman Empire. Browne draws on a variety of sources, including Aldhelm's own writings and contemporary accounts, to provide a comprehensive portrait of this important figure in English history. Overall, St. Aldhelm: His Life And Times is an informative and engaging biography that sheds light on a fascinating period of English history.Lectures Delivered In The Cathedral Church Of Bristol, Lent, 1902.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.