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).
John Foxe Books
January 1, 1516 – April 18, 1587
John Foxe was an English author, most renowned for his extensive publication "Foxe’s Acts and Monuments of the Christian Church," commonly known as "Foxe’s Book of Martyrs." His work focuses on the persecution and martyrdom of Christians, documenting their faith and sacrifices throughout history. Through his detailed narratives, Foxe presented a powerful account of endurance and devotion in the face of oppression.

