English Church Life From The Restoration To The Tractarian Movement; Considered In Some Of Its Neglected Or Forgotten Features (1914)

By John Wickham Legg

Book Overview

English Church Life From The Restoration To The Tractarian Movement; Considered In Some Of Its Neglected Or Forgotten Features is a historical book written by J. Wickham Legg and published in 1914. The book explores the history of the Church of England from the Restoration period in the late 17th century to the Tractarian Movement in the mid-19th century. It focuses on some of the lesser-known aspects of English church life during this period, which have been largely neglected or forgotten. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of English church life. Some of the topics discussed in the book include the role of the laity in the church, the relationship between the church and the state, the impact of the nonconformist movement on the church, and the influence of the Oxford Movement on the church's practices and beliefs. Throughout the book, Legg draws on a wide range of primary sources, including diaries, letters, and official church documents, to provide a detailed and nuanced picture of English church life during this period. He also offers his own insights and analysis, drawing on his extensive knowledge of church history and theology. Overall, English Church Life From The Restoration To The Tractarian Movement; Considered In Some Of Its Neglected Or Forgotten Features is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England and its development over time. It offers a fresh perspective on some of the lesser-known aspects of English church life during this period and sheds light on the broader social, political, and cultural context in which the church operated.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054860522X
• ISBN13: 9780548605226
• Release Date: October 2007
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 448 Pages
• Weight: 1.44 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.0" x 6.0" x 9.0"