A Sketch Of The History Of The Church Of England To The Revolution, 1688 (1840)

""A Sketch Of The History Of The Church Of England To The Revolution, 1688"" is a historical book written by Thomas Vowler Short in 1840. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Church of England from its earliest beginnings up to the time of the Glorious Revolution of 1688. The author traces the development of the Church of England from its roots in the Roman Catholic Church through the Reformation and the reigns of various monarchs, including Henry VIII, Elizabeth I, James I, and Charles I. Short also discusses the various religious and political movements that influenced the Church of England during this time, such as Puritanism and the rise of Parliament. The book also explores the impact of the English Civil War on the Church of England, including the abolition of the monarchy and the establishment of the Commonwealth. Overall, ""A Sketch Of The History Of The Church Of England To The Revolution, 1688"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Church of England, providing a detailed account of the events and movements that shaped this important institution.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.