Publisher's Synopsis
Cardinal Allen's Defense of Sir William Stanley's Surrender of Deventer, January 29, 1586-87 is a historical book written by Thomas Heywood. The book focuses on the events that took place during the 16th century, specifically the defense of Sir William Stanley's surrender of Deventer on January 29, 1586-87. The author, Thomas Heywood, provides a detailed account of the events leading up to the surrender and the aftermath of the decision.The book features Cardinal Allen, who was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 16th century. Cardinal Allen was a staunch supporter of the Catholic cause and played a significant role in the Counter-Reformation. The book provides a unique perspective on the events that took place during this period, as it is written from the point of view of a Catholic.The book also features Sir William Stanley, who was a prominent military commander during the 16th century. Stanley was a Catholic convert and played a significant role in the defense of the Catholic cause in England. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the decision to surrender Deventer and the impact it had on the Catholic cause.Overall, Cardinal Allen's Defense of Sir William Stanley's Surrender of Deventer, January 29, 1586-87 is a fascinating historical book that provides a unique perspective on the events that took place during the 16th century. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the events that shaped the world during this period.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.
