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Reading and Writing during the Dissolution: Monks, Friars, and Nuns 1530–1558
Erler, Mary C. (Fordham University, New York)
Reading and Writing during the Dissolution: Monks, Friars, and Nuns 1530–1558
Erler, Mary C. (Fordham University, New York)
This book presents detailed biographical case studies of English religious men and women, and their reading and writing during the turbulent period around the Dissolution of the monasteries, often revealing a surprising interest in reform. It features the remarkable writings of Margaret Vernon, head of four nunneries and personal friend of Thomas Cromwell.
216 pages, 5 b/w illus. 1 map
Media | Books Paperback Book (Book with soft cover and glued back) |
Released | January 21, 2016 |
ISBN13 | 9781316601938 |
Publishers | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | 216 |
Dimensions | 152 × 229 × 11 mm · 300 g |
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