S. Augustine's Canterbury: Its Rise, Ruin, And Restoration

By George Frederick Maclear

Book Overview

""S. Augustine's Canterbury: Its Rise, Ruin, And Restoration"" is a book written by G. F. Maclear that provides a comprehensive history of the city of Canterbury, England, from its origins as a Roman settlement to the present day. The book focuses specifically on the influence of St. Augustine, who arrived in Canterbury in the 6th century and is credited with establishing Christianity in England. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the city's architecture, its religious and political history, and the impact of various historical events on its development. Maclear also explores the lives of key figures associated with Canterbury, such as St. Thomas Becket and the various archbishops who have held the position over the centuries.The book is divided into three main sections: the rise of Canterbury, its ruin and decline, and its eventual restoration. Throughout the book, Maclear provides detailed descriptions of the city's landmarks, such as Canterbury Cathedral and St. Augustine's Abbey, as well as its lesser-known historical sites.Overall, ""S. Augustine's Canterbury: Its Rise, Ruin, And Restoration"" is a fascinating exploration of one of England's most important cities, and a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in the UK.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: 1417964324
• ISBN13: 9781417964321
• Release Date: December 2004
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 96 Pages
• Weight: 0.33 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"