The Life And Works Of John Heywood (1921)

The Life And Works Of John Heywood is a book written by Robert W. Bolwell and published in 1921. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and works of John Heywood, a prominent English playwright, poet, and musician who lived during the reigns of Henry VIII and Mary I. The book begins with a biographical sketch of Heywood's early life, education, and career as a musician and entertainer at the court of Henry VIII. It then goes on to explore Heywood's literary works, including his plays, poems, and ballads, which were popular in their time and contributed to the development of English drama.The book also examines Heywood's role in the religious and political controversies of his time, particularly his support for the Catholic Church and his opposition to the Protestant Reformation. It provides a detailed analysis of Heywood's works in the context of the religious and political climate of Tudor England.Overall, The Life And Works Of John Heywood is a valuable resource for scholars and students of Tudor literature, history, and culture, as well as anyone interested in the life and works of this important figure in English literary history.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.