The Life Of Sir Thomas More (1817) - Hardcover

by William Roper (Author), Joseph Walton (Foreword by)

The Life of Sir Thomas More, written by William Roper in 1817, is a detailed biography of the famous English lawyer, philosopher, and statesman. The book chronicles More's life from his childhood in London to his rise to prominence as a lawyer and his eventual appointment as Lord Chancellor of England.Roper provides a comprehensive account of More's personal and professional life, including his marriage to Jane Colt and his close friendship with Erasmus. The book also delves into More's religious beliefs and his staunch opposition to the Protestant Reformation, which ultimately led to his execution for treason.Throughout the book, Roper draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters and diaries, to paint a vivid picture of More's life and times. He also includes numerous anecdotes and personal details that bring the historical figure to life.Overall, The Life of Sir Thomas More is a fascinating and informative biography that provides a unique perspective on one of England's most famous and controversial figures.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.