Publisher's Synopsis
Bishop Lightfoot is a book written by Brooke Foss Westcott in 1894. The book is a biography of J.B. Lightfoot, who was a renowned scholar and bishop of the Church of England in the 19th century. Westcott, who was a close friend of Lightfoot, provides an in-depth look at the life and work of this influential figure in the church. The book covers Lightfoot's early life, his education at Cambridge, his work as a biblical scholar, and his rise to prominence as a bishop. It also delves into his personal life, including his marriage and family, as well as his relationships with other prominent figures in the church. Throughout the book, Westcott provides insights into Lightfoot's beliefs and his impact on the church, both in his own time and in the years since his death. Overall, Bishop Lightfoot is a comprehensive and engaging biography of a significant figure in the history of the Church of England.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.