Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of John Tillotson, Archbishop of Canterbury is a biography written by F. H. in 1717. The book chronicles the life of John Tillotson, who was a prominent religious figure in England during the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Tillotson served as the Archbishop of Canterbury from 1691 until his death in 1694.The book begins with a brief overview of Tillotson's early life and education, including his studies at Cambridge University. It then goes on to describe his rise to prominence within the Church of England, including his appointment as Dean of Canterbury Cathedral and later as Bishop of Lincoln.The majority of the book focuses on Tillotson's time as Archbishop of Canterbury, during which he played a key role in the religious and political events of the era. The book describes his involvement in debates over religious toleration, his efforts to promote unity within the Church of England, and his support for the Glorious Revolution of 1688.Throughout the book, F. H. provides insights into Tillotson's character and personality, as well as his relationships with other key figures of the time, such as William and Mary, the Duke of Marlborough, and the Earl of Nottingham.Overall, The Life of John Tillotson, Archbishop of Canterbury is a detailed and informative biography of one of the most important religious figures of the late 17th century. It provides a fascinating glimpse into the religious and political landscape of the time, as well as the life and work of a man who played a significant role in shaping it.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.
