John Foxe Books

From the first-century stoning of Stephen through his own perilous time—Reformation-era England—John Foxe recounts the lives, sufferings, and triumphant deaths of dozens of Christian martyrs. [Some were people of rank and influence. Some were ordinary folk. Some were his friends.] Four centuries later, these deeply moving accounts of faith and courage mark a path for modern Christians to measure the depth of their commitment. This edition, edited by William Byron Forbush (1868-1927), contains Foxes original material as well as some later additions (see chapters 5 , 6, & 10 particularly).

Recognized for its cultural significance, this work contributes to the foundational knowledge of civilization. Scholars have identified it as an essential piece that enriches our understanding of historical and societal contexts. Its importance lies in its exploration of themes that resonate through time, making it a valuable resource for both academic study and general interest.

The book explores the enduring struggle of individuals who have faced persecution for their faith in Jesus Christ over nearly two millennia. It highlights the courage and resilience of these men and women who, despite torture and death, remained steadfast in their confessions, illustrating the profound impact of faith in the face of adversity.

The object of this work, is to give a brief history of persecution since the first introduction of christianity, till the present time. In doing this, we have commenced with the martyrdom of Stephen, and following the course of events, have brought the History of persecution down to the year 1830. In all ages, we find that a disposition to persecute for opinion's sake, has been manifested by wicked men, whatever may have been their opinions or sentiments on religious subjects. The full title of the book is The Book of Martyrs or "A History of the Lives, Sufferings, and Triumphant Deaths of the Primitive Protestant Martyrs from the Introduction of Christianity to the Latest Periods of Pagan, Popish, and Infidel Persecutions". Including a sketch of the author, this edition comes with a large print layout dedicated to make reading comfortable.