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- Or England In The Fifteenth Century (1847)

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The Wycliffites: Or England In The Fifteenth Century is a historical non-fiction book written by Margaret Mackay and published in 1847. The book is a detailed account of the religious and political history of England during the 15th century, focusing on the rise of the Wycliffites, a religious movement inspired by the teachings of John Wycliffe. Mackay explores the impact of the Wycliffites on English society, particularly in terms of their opposition to the Catholic Church and their commitment to translating the Bible into English. The book also delves into the political turmoil of the time, including the Wars of the Roses and the reign of King Henry VI. Mackay's writing is characterized by a clear and engaging style, and she draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a comprehensive picture of life in 15th century England. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, politics, and society in medieval 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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781165695171
  • Indbinding:
  • Paperback
  • Sideantal:
  • 434
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x22 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 576 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 2. december 2024
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The Wycliffites: Or England In The Fifteenth Century is a historical non-fiction book written by Margaret Mackay and published in 1847. The book is a detailed account of the religious and political history of England during the 15th century, focusing on the rise of the Wycliffites, a religious movement inspired by the teachings of John Wycliffe. Mackay explores the impact of the Wycliffites on English society, particularly in terms of their opposition to the Catholic Church and their commitment to translating the Bible into English. The book also delves into the political turmoil of the time, including the Wars of the Roses and the reign of King Henry VI. Mackay's writing is characterized by a clear and engaging style, and she draws on a wide range of historical sources to provide a comprehensive picture of life in 15th century England. The book is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of religion, politics, and society in medieval 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.

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