Reading and Writing During the Dissolution Monks, Friars, and Nuns 1530-1558 |
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Author:
| Erler, Mary C. |
ISBN: | 978-1-107-03979-7 |
Publication Date: | Jul 2013 |
Publisher: | Cambridge University Press
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Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $108.00 |
Book Description:
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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.
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.