Publisher's Synopsis
""The Benedictines in Bath During a Thousand Years"" is a historical book written by John Clement Fowler, originally published in 1895. The book provides a detailed account of the Benedictine monks who lived in the city of Bath, England, for over a thousand years. The author has based his research on authentic records and documents, providing readers with a comprehensive understanding of the Benedictine way of life and the impact they had on the city of Bath. The book covers various aspects of the Benedictine community, including their spiritual practices, social and economic status, and their contributions to the development of Bath. The author also explores the various challenges faced by the Benedictines, including the dissolution of the monasteries during the reign of Henry VIII. This book is an excellent resource for anyone interested in the history of Bath or the Benedictine order.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.