Some Passages In The Life And Death Of John Earl Of Rochester

Some Passages In The Life And Death Of John Earl Of Rochester: With A Sermon Preached At The Funeral (1782) is a historical book written by Gilbert Burnet. The book is a biographical account of John Wilmot, the 2nd Earl of Rochester, who was a prominent figure in the court of King Charles II in the 17th century. The book covers Rochester's life, including his childhood, his education, his time at court, his relationships with women, and his descent into alcoholism and debauchery. The book also includes a sermon that was preached at Rochester's funeral, which provides insight into the religious beliefs of the time. The book is considered an important historical document, as it provides a glimpse into the life of a prominent figure in the court of King Charles II, as well as the religious beliefs of the time.To This Edition Is Prefixed Some Account Of The Life Of The Earl Of Rochester.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.