Henry VIII and the English Monasteries V2 is a historical book written by Francis Aiden Gasquet. It is a detailed account of the dissolution of the monasteries in England during the reign of King Henry VIII. The author provides a comprehensive analysis of the political, social, and religious factors that led to the dissolution of the monasteries. The book also explores the impact of the dissolution on the English people and the Church. The author uses primary sources such as official records, letters, and chronicles to provide an accurate and unbiased account of the events. The book is divided into chapters that cover different aspects of the dissolution, such as the motives behind it, the process of dissolution, and the fate of the monks and nuns. The author also discusses the role of Thomas Cromwell, the king's chief minister, in the dissolution. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in English history, the Reformation, or the role of religion in politics.Volume Two of Two. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417971118.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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