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The Life And Martyrdom Of St. Thomas Becket
Archbishop Of Canterbury, And Legate Of The Holy See (1859)
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Focusing on the tumultuous relationship between St. Thomas Becket and King Henry II, this biography details Becket's ascent to the Archbishopric of Canterbury and his ultimate martyrdom. The narrative explores the conflict over church rights that led to his assassination in 1170, as well as the subsequent canonization and the significance of Canterbury Cathedral. Drawing from various historical sources, Morris presents an engaging portrait of Becket as a pivotal figure in the church-state struggle of the 12th century, making this work essential for enthusiasts of medieval history.
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The Life And Martyrdom Of St. Thomas Becket, Dr John Morris
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- Title
- The Life And Martyrdom Of St. Thomas Becket
- Subtitle
- Archbishop Of Canterbury, And Legate Of The Holy See (1859)
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Dr John Morris
- Publisher
- Kessinger Publishing, LLC
- Publisher
- 2008
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 456
- ISBN13
- 9781437329957
- Category
- Esotericism and Religion
- Description
- Focusing on the tumultuous relationship between St. Thomas Becket and King Henry II, this biography details Becket's ascent to the Archbishopric of Canterbury and his ultimate martyrdom. The narrative explores the conflict over church rights that led to his assassination in 1170, as well as the subsequent canonization and the significance of Canterbury Cathedral. Drawing from various historical sources, Morris presents an engaging portrait of Becket as a pivotal figure in the church-state struggle of the 12th century, making this work essential for enthusiasts of medieval history.