The Extinction Of The Ancient Hierarchy An Account Of The Death In Prison Of The Eleven Bishops Honored At Rome Amongst The Martyrs Of The Elizabethan Persecution (1905)

The Extinction Of The Ancient Hierarchy is a historical account written by G. E. Phillips in 1905. The book details the imprisonment and death of eleven bishops who were considered martyrs during the Elizabethan persecution in Rome. The author provides a comprehensive narrative of the events leading up to their imprisonment, the conditions of their confinement, and their ultimate demise. The book also examines the political and religious climate of the time, shedding light on the tensions between the Catholic Church and the English government. The Extinction Of The Ancient Hierarchy is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the Elizabethan era.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.