Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of John Wycliffe is a biography written by Thomas Murray in 1829. The book chronicles the life of John Wycliffe, an English theologian and reformer who lived in the 14th century. Wycliffe was known for his criticism of the Catholic Church and his advocacy for the translation of the Bible into English.Murray's biography provides a detailed account of Wycliffe's early life, education, and his rise to prominence as a religious leader. The book also covers Wycliffe's controversial views on the Church, his involvement in the Lollard movement, and his eventual exile from Oxford.Throughout the book, Murray explores the political and social context of Wycliffe's life, including the Hundred Years' War and the Black Death. He also examines the impact of Wycliffe's teachings on the English Reformation and the Protestant movement.The Life of John Wycliffe is a comprehensive and well-researched biography that provides insight into the life and legacy of one of the most important figures in English religious 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.
