The Bishops In The Tower - Herbert Mortimer Luckock - Bog

The Bishops In The Tower, written by Herbert Mortimer Luckock and originally published in 1887, is a historical account of the tumultuous events that occurred in the Church of England and among nonconformists during the period between the Restoration and the Revolution. The book focuses on the experiences of several bishops who were imprisoned in the Tower of London during this time, including William Laud, John Fisher, and John Hooper. Luckock provides a detailed and engaging narrative of the political and religious conflicts that led to their imprisonment, as well as the various attempts to secure their release. The book also explores the wider context of religious and political change in England during this period, including the rise of Puritanism, the Civil War, and the Glorious Revolution. Overall, The Bishops In The Tower is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England and the struggles of nonconformists in early modern England.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.