History of the Reformation in England (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

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Explore how England shed papal rule and built a national church through reform, conflict, and lasting change.

This comprehensive history traces the English Reformation from its religious roots to its political and social consequences. Drawing on a wide range of sources, it explains how the church’s national rights were established, how Parliament and Convocation shaped policy, and how reformers, monarchs, and ordinary people influenced the course of events. The work covers the rise of royal supremacy, the suppression of monasteries, the creation of new prayer books, and the long process of settling the Church of England under Elizabeth.

• Clear, chapter‑style narrative that covers major phases from 1529 to 1571 and beyond


• Profiles of key figures—from reforming bishops to royal opponents and abroad reformers


• Explanations of important laws, acts, and church practices that shaped English religion


• Discussion of the social and cultural impact of the Reformation on everyday life

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