Coram Cardinali is a historical novel written by Edward Bellasis and published in 1916. The story is set in the 16th century during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I and revolves around the life of a Roman Catholic Cardinal named Reginald Pole. Pole is a prominent figure in the Catholic Church and is known for his opposition to the Protestant Reformation. The novel explores his life and the political and religious upheavals of the time, including the conflict between Catholics and Protestants, the reign of Queen Mary I, and the rise of Elizabeth I. The title of the book, Coram Cardinali, means ""Before the Cardinal"" in Latin and refers to the various characters who interact with Pole throughout the story. The book is considered a classic work of historical fiction and provides a vivid portrayal of the religious and political tensions of the time.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.