Publisher's Synopsis
Conversion of the West: The English (1878) is a historical book written by George Frederick Maclear. The book explores the process of Christianization in England from the Roman period to the present day. Maclear examines the various factors that contributed to the spread of Christianity in England, including the influence of Roman culture, the role of missionaries, and the impact of political and social changes.The book is divided into several chapters, each focusing on a different period in English history. Maclear begins by discussing the early Christianization of England during the Roman period, and then moves on to examine the role of Celtic Christianity and the arrival of St. Augustine and the Roman mission in the 6th century. He also discusses the impact of the Viking invasions and the Norman Conquest on the spread of Christianity in England.Throughout the book, Maclear emphasizes the importance of individual figures in the history of English Christianity, such as St. Bede, St. Cuthbert, and St. Thomas Becket. He also discusses the impact of the English Reformation and the rise of Protestantism in England.Overall, Conversion of the West: The English (1878) provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Christianity in England, from its earliest beginnings to the present day. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or the cultural history of 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.
