Anne Manning

Broschiertes Buch

Passages In The Life Of The Faire Gospeller, Mistress Anne Askew (1866)

Beschreibung

""Passages in the Life of the Faire Gospeller, Mistress Anne Askew"" is a historical account of the life of Anne Askew, an English Protestant who was burned at the stake for her beliefs during the reign of Queen Mary I. Written by Anne Manning and first published in 1866, the book chronicles Askew's early life, her conversion to Protestantism, her trial and imprisonment, and her eventual execution. Manning draws on historical records and contemporary accounts to paint a vivid picture of Askew's courage and faith in the face of persecution. The book also provides insight into the religious and political turmoil of 16th-century England, and sheds light on the struggle for religious freedom and tolerance that continues to this day.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.

Autor

Anne Manning become an English novelist and biographer. She is excellent known for her ancient novels and biographical works. Manning's writing career flourished at some stage in the nineteenth century, and her works often pondered her deep hobby in history and society. One of Manning's super works is the historic novel "The Day of Small Things." Published in 1869, the novel is ready towards the backdrop of the English Civil War and the following years of political and social upheaval. The narrative revolves across the existence of the protagonist, John Frewen, an Oxford student, and the challenges he faces in the course of a tumultuous period in English history. "The Day of Small Things" is celebrated for Manning's meticulous research, attention to ancient detail, and her capacity to weave a compelling story towards a wealthy historical tapestry. The novel gives readers with insights into the political, non-secular, and societal conflicts of the time, portraying characters grappling with non-public and political demanding situations. While Manning's literary output extended beyond "The Day of Small Things," this precise painting sticks out as a testament to her potential to carry historical periods to existence via engaging storytelling and nicely-drawn characters.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC
• Seitenzahl: 300
• Erscheinungstermin: 10. Mai 2009
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 229mm x 152mm x 16mm
• Gewicht: 438g
• ISBN-13: 9781104497798
• ISBN-10: 1104497794
• Artikelnr.: 26503607