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LoC No.: 03001786
Title:
The Condition of Catholics Under James I.
Father Gerard's Narrative of the Gunpowder Plot
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "The Condition of Catholics Under James I." by John Gerard is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The work provides a detailed examination of the lives of Catholics during the reign of James I, specifically focusing on the events surrounding the Gunpowder Plot. It outlines the oppressive conditions faced by Catholics in England, the rise of persecution, and the struggles of prominent figures like Father Gerard himself. At the start of the narrative, Gerard offers a glimpse into his own life, detailing his background as a Catholic and sharing significant experiences that shaped his faith. He recounts his early encounters with persecution, beginning with his father's imprisonment due to their religious beliefs. As the opening progresses, Gerard describes his journey towards becoming a Jesuit priest, the challenges he faced while navigating a hostile environment, and his commitment to serving the Catholic faith amid oppression. The account sets the stage for deeper explorations of the ways in which Catholics sought to maintain their faith and community despite the constant threat of persecution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gerard, John, 1840-1912
Editor: Morris, John, 1826-1893
EBook No.: 35501
Published: Feb 7, 2011
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Catholic Church -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
Subject: Gunpowder Plot, 1605 -- Early works to 1800
Subject: Catholics -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 03001786
Title:
The Condition of Catholics Under James I.
Father Gerard's Narrative of the Gunpowder Plot
Note: Reading ease score: 66.3 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
Summary: "The Condition of Catholics Under James I." by John Gerard is a historical account likely written in the late 19th century. The work provides a detailed examination of the lives of Catholics during the reign of James I, specifically focusing on the events surrounding the Gunpowder Plot. It outlines the oppressive conditions faced by Catholics in England, the rise of persecution, and the struggles of prominent figures like Father Gerard himself. At the start of the narrative, Gerard offers a glimpse into his own life, detailing his background as a Catholic and sharing significant experiences that shaped his faith. He recounts his early encounters with persecution, beginning with his father's imprisonment due to their religious beliefs. As the opening progresses, Gerard describes his journey towards becoming a Jesuit priest, the challenges he faced while navigating a hostile environment, and his commitment to serving the Catholic faith amid oppression. The account sets the stage for deeper explorations of the ways in which Catholics sought to maintain their faith and community despite the constant threat of persecution. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Gerard, John, 1840-1912
Editor: Morris, John, 1826-1893
EBook No.: 35501
Published: Feb 7, 2011
Downloads: 133
Language: English
Subject: Catholic Church -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
Subject: Gunpowder Plot, 1605 -- Early works to 1800
Subject: Catholics -- Great Britain -- Early works to 1800
LoCC: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: Great Britain, Ireland, Central Europe
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.