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Pollen, John Hungerford

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ISBN 10 : 1333686889 ISBN 13 : 9781333686888

Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2018

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Tracing Scotland’s Catholic revival and its counter-movements A focused study on the Scottish Counter-Reformation, especially the revival from 1585 to 1595, reveals how religion, politics, and personal loyalties shaped a nation in conflict. This edition foregrounds the why and how of Catholic efforts, the role of key figures, and the limits of influence during a dangerous, shifting era.

The narrative centers on the complex interplay between crown policy, noble factions, and foreign powers. It surveys sources from abroad and at home to illuminate the period’s events, while carefully weighing motives and consequences. Readers gain a clearer sense of why Scotland’s Catholic fortune rose and fell across the late 16th century, and how this moment connects to broader European currents.

How counter-reform aims emerged in Scotland and who drove them

The risks and decisions faced by kings, nobles, and clergy

Connections between Scottish events and wider Catholic Europe

Key episodes like the Ruthven era, the Glenlivet victory, and royal reactions

Ideal for readers of modern religious and political history, this edition offers a curated view of a pivotal chapter in Scotland’s past, balancing narrative momentum with careful source-based analysis.

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�diteur: Forgotten Books
Date d'�dition: 2018
Langue: anglais
ISBN 10: 1333686889
ISBN 13: 9781333686888
Reliure: Broch�
Nombre de pages: 99
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The Counter-Reformation in Scotland (Classic Reprint)

John Hungerford Pollen

Edit� par Forgotten Books, 2018

ISBN 10 : 1333686889 ISBN 13 : 9781333686888

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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book adeptly examines the Counter-Reformation in Scotland, beginning with its hesitant start in 1533 and proceeding to its eventual decline around 1653. The author, a historian of note, draws on extensive research to illuminate this understudied topic, providing a compelling account of the religious and political struggles that shaped Scotland's ecclesiastical landscape. The book not only details the challenges faced by Scottish Catholics, such as societal marginalization and persecution, but also explores the fascinating role played by Jesuits and other missionaries who risked their lives to revive Catholicism in the face of Protestant dominance. Through the examination of key historical figures and episodes, the author reveals the complex interplay between religious fervor, political ambition, and the enduring power of faith. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N� de r�f. du vendeur 9781333686888_0

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