Church of England Biographies (Classic Reprint)

Richard Hooker, James Ussher

ISBN 10: 1331435595 / ISBN 13: 9781331435594

Published by Forgotten Books, 2018

About this Item

Print on Demand. This captivating biography chronicles the remarkable life and enduring legacy of Richard Hooker, a towering figure in the Church of England during the tumultuous era of the Reformation. As the champion of a middle course between Romanism and Puritanism, Hooker's profound learning and persuasive eloquence played a pivotal role in shaping the Anglican tradition. His seminal work, "Ecclesiastical Polity," explores the intricate relationship between church and state, offering a comprehensive blueprint for a society where order and liberty could coexist. The author delves deeply into the intellectual and spiritual currents that shaped Hooker's thought, examining the influences of Jewel, Jewel, Calvin, and others. Through the author's lucid prose, readers gain an intimate understanding of Hooker's personal struggles and his unwavering commitment to a faith that embraced both tradition and reason. Ultimately, this book illuminates the enduring power of Hooker's insights, which continue to resonate with Anglicans and scholars alike. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Church of England Biographies (Classic Reprint)
• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication Date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1331435595
• ISBN 13: 9781331435594
• Binding: Paperback
• Condition: New
• Book Type: print-on-demand item
• Seller catalogs:
  • Biography and Autobiography

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Synopsis

An illuminating portrait of steadfast faith and generous service.

This volume centers on Lettice Viscountess Falkland, a figure praised for mercy, humility, and a life of prayer. It traces how her charity touched the poor, the sick, and those in prison, and how her private devotions shaped public acts of kindness.

In these pages she is shown not only as a model of piety, but as a practical caregiver who organized support, read to the needy, and offered spiritual counsel. Her life blends arduous trials with a deep commitment to prayer, catechesis, and plain-speaking charity, revealing how faith informed every daily choice and moment of hardship.

• Discover her routine of prayer, Scripture reading, and instruction for servants, including Sunday worship and family catechism.
• See how she balanced charitable works with a simple, unpretentious life after loss, choosing poverty of dress and reduced service to aid others.
• Understand how she faced trials—bodily and financial—and learned to endure through grace and perseverance.
• Explore reflections on Christian duties, humility, mercy to enemies, and dedication to the common good.

Ideal for readers interested in historical biographies, devotional lives, and the everyday application of faith in challenging times.