Publisher's Synopsis
""An Historical Introduction to the Marprelate Tracts"" by William Pierce is a comprehensive study of the Marprelate controversy, which occurred in England during the late 16th century. The book explores the evolution of religious and civil liberty in England during this time period, focusing on the role of the Marprelate tracts in shaping public opinion and political discourse. Pierce provides a detailed analysis of the content and context of the tracts, which were anonymous pamphlets that criticized the established Church of England and called for reform. He also examines the government's response to the tracts, which included censorship and persecution of those suspected of involvement in their production and distribution. Through his analysis, Pierce argues that the Marprelate controversy played a significant role in the development of religious and civil liberties in England, paving the way for greater freedom of expression and the separation of church and state. This book is an important resource for scholars and students of English history, religious studies, and political science.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.
