Wycliffe and the Lollards is a historical novel written by J. C. Carrick and first published in 1908. The book is set in the 14th century and follows the life of John Wycliffe, a theologian and religious reformer who is best known for his translation of the Bible into English. The novel explores the political and religious climate of the time, as Wycliffe and his followers, known as Lollards, challenge the authority of the Catholic Church and advocate for a more personal and direct relationship with God.The story begins with Wycliffe's early life as a student at Oxford University, where he becomes disillusioned with the corruption and excesses of the Church. He begins to question the Church's teachings and develops his own ideas about the nature of faith and salvation. As he becomes more vocal in his criticisms, he attracts a following of like-minded individuals who share his beliefs.The novel follows Wycliffe and the Lollards as they face opposition from the Church and the ruling class, who see their teachings as a threat to their power and authority. They are accused of heresy and face persecution and even death for their beliefs. Despite the challenges they face, Wycliffe and the Lollards continue to spread their message and gain support from ordinary people who are drawn to their message of personal faith and spiritual freedom.Wycliffe and the Lollards is a gripping historical novel that offers a fascinating insight into the religious and political upheaval of the 14th century. It is a story of courage, conviction, and the power of ideas to change the world.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.
