Publisher's Synopsis
The Reformation of the Ecclesiastical Laws as Attempted in the Reigns of King Henry VIII, King Edward VI and Queen Elizabeth is a historical book written by Edward Cardwell in 1850. The book focuses on the attempts made by the English monarchs Henry VIII, Edward VI, and Elizabeth I to reform the ecclesiastical laws of England during the Reformation period. Cardwell provides a detailed account of the changes made to the laws governing the Church of England during this time, including the dissolution of monasteries, the establishment of the Church of England, and the introduction of new religious practices. He also examines the political and social factors that influenced these reforms, such as the desire for greater control over the Church and the growing influence of Protestantism in England.The book is divided into three parts, each focusing on the reign of one of the monarchs. Cardwell draws on a range of primary sources, including official documents, letters, and legal records, to provide a comprehensive and authoritative account of this important period in English history.Overall, The Reformation of the Ecclesiastical Laws as Attempted in the Reigns of King Henry VIII, King Edward VI and Queen Elizabeth is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England, the Reformation, or the political and social changes that shaped England during the Tudor period.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.
