Augustine of Canterbury (1895)

Augustine of Canterbury is a historical book written by Edward Lewis Cutts in 1895. The book is a biography of Saint Augustine, a Benedictine monk who was sent by Pope Gregory the Great to evangelize the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of Kent in the late 6th century. The book provides a detailed account of Augustine's life, from his early days as a monk in Rome to his mission in Kent and his eventual appointment as the first Archbishop of Canterbury. The book also explores the political and social context of Augustine's mission, including the role of the Kentish king, Ethelbert, and the relationship between the Roman and Celtic churches. Cutts provides a comprehensive analysis of Augustine's achievements, including his establishment of the Church in England, his role in the conversion of Ethelbert and his people, and his efforts to reconcile the Roman and Celtic churches. The book is written in a clear and concise style, making it accessible to both scholars and general readers. It is based on extensive research and draws on a range of primary and secondary sources, including contemporary accounts and historical documents. Overall, Augustine of Canterbury is an important work of historical scholarship that sheds light on the early history of Christianity in England and the role of Saint Augustine in this process.This Book Is In English.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.