Publisher's Synopsis
William Tyndale, A Biography: A Contribution To The Early History Of The English Bible (1886) is a comprehensive account of the life of William Tyndale, an English scholar, theologian, and translator who played a significant role in the Protestant Reformation. Written by Robert Demaus, the book provides a detailed overview of Tyndale's early life, education, and religious beliefs, as well as his efforts to translate the Bible into English and disseminate it among the common people.The book covers Tyndale's struggles to gain support for his translation work, his eventual exile to the European continent, and his eventual capture and execution by the authorities. Demaus delves into the political and religious climate of the time, highlighting the tensions between the Catholic Church and the emerging Protestant movement, and the impact of Tyndale's work on these developments.Throughout the book, Demaus draws on a wealth of primary sources, including Tyndale's own writings and correspondence, to paint a vivid picture of the man behind the English Bible. The result is a compelling biography that sheds new light on a pivotal figure in the history of Christianity and the English language.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.
