The Last Letters of Blessed Thomas More is a collection of letters written by Thomas More, a famous English statesman and writer, during the last years of his life. The letters were written to his family and friends while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London for refusing to swear an oath acknowledging King Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England. More, who was a devout Catholic, believed that the Pope was the only rightful head of the Church, and he refused to compromise his beliefs. The letters in this book ...
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The Last Letters of Blessed Thomas More is a collection of letters written by Thomas More, a famous English statesman and writer, during the last years of his life. The letters were written to his family and friends while he was imprisoned in the Tower of London for refusing to swear an oath acknowledging King Henry VIII as the head of the Church of England. More, who was a devout Catholic, believed that the Pope was the only rightful head of the Church, and he refused to compromise his beliefs. The letters in this book provide a glimpse into the mind of a man who was willing to die for his beliefs. They are full of wisdom, courage, and faith, and they reveal the deep love that More had for his family and friends, even in the face of his impending execution. The letters also show More's wit and humor, as he continued to joke and make light of his situation, despite the seriousness of his predicament. The Last Letters of Blessed Thomas More is a powerful testament to the strength of faith and the courage of conviction. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the English Reformation, as well as for those who seek inspiration and guidance in their own spiritual journey.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.
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