William Laud

William Laud by William Holden Hutton is a biography of the Archbishop of Canterbury during the reign of Charles I in the 17th century. The book explores Laud's life, his religious beliefs, and his political influence during a tumultuous period in English history. Hutton delves into Laud's early years as a student, his rise through the ranks of the Church of England, and his eventual appointment as Archbishop of Canterbury. The book also examines Laud's controversial policies, including his attempts to enforce conformity in the Church of England and his support for royal absolutism. Hutton provides a detailed account of Laud's trial and execution for treason in 1645, as well as his legacy and impact on English history. Overall, William Laud offers a comprehensive and insightful portrait of one of the most influential figures in English religious and political history.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.