A Man Of Singular Virtue: Being A Life Of Sir Thomas More By His Son-In-Law William Roper And A Selection Of More's Letters
Condition: SECONDHAND
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Author: A. L. Rowse
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase. Minor bump on spine.
This historical biography by A. L. Rowse presents a compelling portrait of Sir Thomas More, a pivotal figure in Tudor England. Drawing significantly from the intimate account penned by More's son-in-law, William Roper, alongside a curated selection of More's own letters, the narrative illuminates his unwavering principles and intellectual prowess. The book chronicles More's distinguished career, his profound faith, and his ultimate tragic stand against King Henry VIII. It offers readers a scholarly yet accessible examination of a man whose integrity and convictions shaped a tumultuous era, providing deep insight into the political and religious landscape of the 16th century.
Author: A. L. Rowse
Binding: Hardback
Published: The Folio Society, 1980
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Slipcase: Worn
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Inscription on slipcase. Minor bump on spine.
This historical biography by A. L. Rowse presents a compelling portrait of Sir Thomas More, a pivotal figure in Tudor England. Drawing significantly from the intimate account penned by More's son-in-law, William Roper, alongside a curated selection of More's own letters, the narrative illuminates his unwavering principles and intellectual prowess. The book chronicles More's distinguished career, his profound faith, and his ultimate tragic stand against King Henry VIII. It offers readers a scholarly yet accessible examination of a man whose integrity and convictions shaped a tumultuous era, providing deep insight into the political and religious landscape of the 16th century.