Blessed Edmund Campion by Louise Imogen Guiney

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Author Guiney, Louise Imogen, 1861-1920
Illustrator Durden, James, 1878-1964
Illustrator Smart, John
Title Blessed Edmund Campion
Note Reading ease score: 65.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "Blessed Edmund Campion" by Louise Imogen Guiney is a historical account written in the early 20th century. The book depicts the life of Edmund Campion, a prominent Jesuit and martyr during the tumultuous religious landscape of sixteenth-century England. It chronicles his journey from his early Catholic upbringing through his intellectual pursuits, challenges of faith, and ultimately his commitment to the Catholic Church amid persecution. The opening of this work introduces readers to Campion's youth in London and Oxford during the mid-1500s. It highlights the influences that shaped his early life, including his Catholic upbringing and academic achievements, which earned him a respected position at Oxford. However, as the Protestant Reformation surged under Queen Elizabeth I, Campion grappled with his faith amidst increasing turmoil and societal pressures, foreshadowing the significant inner conflict that would drive his eventual decision to dedicate himself fully to the Catholic cause. This part of the narrative sets the stage for Campion's deepening spiritual journey and the looming challenges he would face as he chose fidelity to his beliefs over personal safety and ambition. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements
Subject Campion, Edmund, Saint, 1540-1581
Subject Jesuits -- England
Subject Christian martyrs -- Great Britain -- Biography
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EBook-No. 52731
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Jun 14, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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