Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Life of Blessed John Fisher, Bishop of Rochester, Cardinal of the Holy Roman Church and Martyr under Henry VIII"" is a biography of the life of John Fisher, a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the reign of King Henry VIII. Written by T. E. Bridgett, the book details Fisher's rise to prominence in the Church, his relationship with Henry VIII, and his eventual martyrdom for refusing to support the king's divorce from Catherine of Aragon. The book provides a detailed account of Fisher's life, including his education, his appointment as Bishop of Rochester, his involvement in the English Reformation, and his eventual execution for his refusal to acknowledge Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England. The book also includes a discussion of Fisher's legacy and the impact he had on the Catholic Church in England. Overall, ""Life of Blessed John Fisher"" provides a comprehensive look at the life of one of the most important figures in the history of the Catholic Church in 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.
