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The Life of Thomas More: A Gripping Tale of Faith, Ambition, and Tragedy

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A Man of His Time

Thomas More was born in London in 1478, during a tumultuous period in English history. The Wars of the Roses had recently ended, and the Tudor dynasty had just come to power. More was a brilliant scholar, and he quickly rose through the ranks of the legal profession. He became a successful lawyer and was appointed to several high-ranking government positions.

More was also a devout Catholic, and he was deeply involved in the religious controversies of his time. He opposed the Protestant Reformation, and he defended the authority of the Pope. This put him in conflict with the English government, which had broken away from the Catholic Church.

A Man of Principle

In 1532, More was appointed Lord Chancellor of England. This was the highest office in the land, and it gave More great power and influence. However, More's tenure as Lord Chancellor was short-lived. He refused to support the king's divorce from Catherine of Aragon, and he was dismissed from office.

The Life of Thomas More
The Life of Thomas More
by Peter Ackroyd

4.5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 5848 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 622 pages

More's refusal to compromise his principles led to his downfall. He was charged with treason and imprisoned in the Tower of London. He was tried and found guilty, and he was beheaded on July 6, 1535.

A Man for All Time

Thomas More was a complex and fascinating figure. He was a brilliant scholar, a devout Catholic, and a man of principle. He was willing to sacrifice everything for his beliefs, and he died a martyr's death.

More's life is a story of faith, ambition, and tragedy. It is a story that continues to inspire people today.

The Book

'The Life of Thomas More' is a gripping account of More's life and times. The book is written by Peter Ackroyd, one of the most acclaimed historians of our time. Ackroyd brings More's world to life, and he tells the story of his life with both passion and accuracy.

'The Life of Thomas More' is a must-read for anyone who is interested in history, religion, or biography. It is a book that will stay with you long after you finish it.

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"A masterpiece of historical writing." - The New York Times

"A brilliant and moving portrait of one of the most fascinating figures in English history." - The Guardian

"A must-read for anyone who wants to understand Tudor England." - The Times Literary Supplement

The Life of Thomas More
The Life of Thomas More
by Peter Ackroyd

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Language : English
File size : 5848 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 622 pages
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The Life of Thomas More
The Life of Thomas More
by Peter Ackroyd

4.5 out of 5

Language : English
File size : 5848 KB
Text-to-Speech : Enabled
Screen Reader : Supported
Enhanced typesetting : Enabled
X-Ray : Enabled
Word Wise : Enabled
Print length : 622 pages
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