The Antiquities Of The Anglo-Saxon Church

The Antiquities Of The Anglo-Saxon Church is a book written by John Lingard that provides a comprehensive history of the early Christian church in England during the Anglo-Saxon period. The book covers the period from the arrival of St. Augustine in 597 AD to the Norman Conquest in 1066 AD. Lingard's work is divided into four parts. The first part provides an overview of the early Christian church in England, including the conversion of the Anglo-Saxons to Christianity and the establishment of the church in the country. The second part focuses on the organization of the church during this period, including the role of bishops, priests, and monks. The third part discusses the liturgy and worship of the Anglo-Saxon church, including the use of Latin and the development of the English language. The final part explores the art and architecture of the period, including the construction of churches, the use of illuminated manuscripts, and the development of sculpture and metalwork.Throughout the book, Lingard draws on a variety of sources, including historical documents, archaeological evidence, and literary works. He also provides detailed footnotes and references for further reading. The Antiquities Of The Anglo-Saxon Church is an important work for anyone interested in the history of Christianity in England and the development of the English language and culture.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.