Publisher's Synopsis
Foxe's Book of Martyrs is a historical account of Christian martyrs throughout history, written by John Foxe in 1563. The book chronicles the persecution and suffering of Christians from the time of Christ to the 16th century. It includes stories of the early Christian martyrs, the persecution of Christians under the Roman Empire, the martyrdom of Protestants during the Reformation, and the persecution of Christians in England under the reigns of Henry VIII, Mary I, and Elizabeth I.The 1911 edition of the book includes additional material and revisions by William Byron Forbush. It contains over 60 illustrations and includes accounts of the lives and deaths of notable martyrs such as William Tyndale, John Huss, and Thomas Cranmer. The book also provides historical context for the events leading up to each martyrdom and offers insights into the political and religious climate of the time.Foxe's Book of Martyrs is an important historical work that has influenced the perception of Christian martyrdom and persecution for centuries. It has been translated into numerous languages and remains a popular resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of Christianity.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.
