John Wycliffe And His English Precursors (1884)

""John Wycliffe and His English Precursors"" is a historical book written by Gotthard Victor Lechler and published in 1884. The book is a comprehensive account of the life and works of John Wycliffe, a prominent theologian and religious reformer who lived in the 14th century. The author also sheds light on the works of other English precursors who laid the foundation for Wycliffe's teachings.The book is divided into two parts. The first part covers the life of Wycliffe, his early education, his appointment as a professor at Oxford University, and his later years as a religious reformer. The author discusses Wycliffe's views on the Bible, the Church, and the papacy, and how he challenged the authority of the Catholic Church. The second part of the book explores the works of Wycliffe's English precursors, including William of Ockham, John of Reading, and Richard FitzRalph. The author highlights their contributions to the development of Wycliffe's ideas and how they influenced his work.Lechler's book is a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the history of the English Reformation and the development of religious thought in England. It provides a detailed account of the life and works of John Wycliffe and his English precursors, and their impact on the religious landscape of England. The book is written in a scholarly style and is well-researched, with extensive footnotes and references.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.