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The Life Of Thomas Ken: Bishop Of Bath And Wells (1859)

The Life Of Thomas Ken: Bishop Of Bath And Wells (1859)

Duyckinck, George L.

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ISBN10: 1165796562
ISBN13: 9781165796564
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 322
Weight: 0.95
Height: 0.67 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
The Life of Thomas Ken: Bishop of Bath and Wells is a biography written by George L. Duyckinck in 1859. The book tells the story of Thomas Ken, who served as the Bishop of Bath and Wells in the late 17th century. Ken was a prominent figure in the Anglican Church and is best known for his role in the Glorious Revolution of 1688, when he refused to swear allegiance to King James II and was subsequently removed from his position.The biography explores Ken's early life and education, his rise to prominence in the church, and his eventual appointment as Bishop of Bath and Wells. It also delves into his religious beliefs and his role in the controversies of his time, including the debate over the use of the Book of Common Prayer.Duyckinck draws on a range of sources to paint a vivid picture of Ken's life and times, including letters, diaries, and other historical documents. He also provides context for the events of Ken's life, discussing the political and social climate of the era.Overall, The Life of Thomas Ken is a detailed and engaging biography that sheds light on the life of an important figure in the history of the Anglican Church. It is a valuable resource for scholars of religious history and anyone interested in the life and times of Thomas Ken.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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