The book titled ""The English Black Monks of St. Benedict V1: A Sketch of Their History from the Coming of St. Augustine to the Present Day"" is written by Ethelred L. Taunton. It provides a comprehensive account of the history of the English Black Monks of St. Benedict from the time of St. Augustine's arrival in England to the present day. The book traces the development of the Benedictine order in England, including its growth and expansion, as well as its decline and revival. The author also explores the various challenges faced by the Benedictines throughout their history, such as the dissolution of the monasteries under Henry VIII, and the impact of the Reformation. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Benedictine order in England, as well as for those interested in the broader history of the English Church.In Two Volumes.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.