Publisher's Synopsis
Historical Account of Lisbon College is a book written by Canon Croft and published in 1902. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Lisbon College, which was founded in 1628 as a seminary for English Catholic priests. The author traces the evolution of the college from its early days as a training ground for missionaries to its role in supporting the Catholic Church in England during the 17th and 18th centuries.The book covers a range of topics related to the college, including its founders, the curriculum, the daily life of the students, and the political and social context in which it operated. The author also provides detailed accounts of the college's most notable alumni, including several who went on to become bishops and cardinals.Throughout the book, Canon Croft draws on a wide range of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to provide a vivid and engaging account of the college's history. He also includes numerous illustrations and photographs to help bring the story to life.Overall, Historical Account of Lisbon College is an important work of scholarship that sheds light on an often-overlooked aspect of English Catholic history. It will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, as well as to scholars of early modern Europe and the history of education.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.
