The dissolution of the monasteries : As illustrated by the suppression of the…
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"The Dissolution of the Monasteries" by Francis Aidan Hibbert is a historical account written in the early 20th century. This work specifically explores the historic suppression of monasteries in Staffordshire during the period of Henry VIII's reign, focusing on local aspects rather than broader national narratives. The book likely aims to challenge prevailing views about the motivations behind the Dissolution, suggesting that financial greed rather than moral or anti-papal sentiments were the
primary drivers of these decisions. The opening of the book sets the stage for a thorough investigation of the dissolution process, emphasizing a dedication to unbiased historical inquiry supported by firsthand facts and data. The author mentions his commitment to limit the study to Staffordshire, arguing that this focused approach will provide clearer insights into the local conditions leading to the suppression of monasteries. Hibbert addresses the complexity of the financial aspects of the monasteries, contending that while many narratives exaggerate their wealth and influence, his analysis will rely on documented facts to shed light on the true nature of these institutions and their eventual fate. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Hibbert, Francis Aidan, 1866-1933 |
|---|---|
| Title | The dissolution of the monasteries : As illustrated by the suppression of the religious houses of Staffordshire |
| Original Publication | London: Sir Isaac Pitman and sons, 1910. |
| Credits | MWS, Karin Spence and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 70.5 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Great Britain -- History -- Henry VIII, 1509-1547 |
| Subject | Monasteries and state |
| Subject | Monasteries -- England -- Staffordshire |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 73403 |
| Release Date | Apr 16, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1009 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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