Geoffrey the Lollard (1870)

""Geoffrey The Lollard"" is a historical novel written by Frances Eastwood and published in 1870. The story is set in the 14th century and follows the life of Geoffrey, a young man who becomes involved in the Lollard movement. The Lollards were a group of religious reformers who challenged the authority of the Catholic Church and advocated for a simpler, more personal form of Christianity.Geoffrey is introduced as a devout Catholic who is troubled by the corruption and hypocrisy he sees within the Church. When he meets a group of Lollards who are preaching in his village, he is drawn to their message and begins to question his own beliefs. As he becomes more involved with the Lollards, Geoffrey faces persecution and danger from the Church and its supporters.The novel explores themes of religious freedom, social justice, and individual conscience. It also provides a vivid depiction of life in medieval England, including the political and religious upheavals of the time. Through Geoffrey's story, the novel offers a compelling portrayal of the Lollard movement and the challenges faced by those who dared to challenge the established order.Overall, ""Geoffrey The Lollard"" is a thought-provoking and engaging historical novel that offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal moment in English 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.