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Our great religious house of Reading (may the hand of sacrilege and the flames of war never more reach it I), founded and endowed by the Beauclerc.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. Immerse yourself in the captivating narrative of this historical account, which transports you to the heart of 12th-century England. Set against the turbulent backdrop of civil war, this book offers a gripping account of the treacherous events that engulfed the country when King Stephen's reign was abruptly challenged. As the flames of rebellion engulf the countryside, we follow the plight of Reading Abbey, which finds itself at the epicenter of the conflict. Witness the courageous efforts of the monks to protect their grounds and the lives of those seeking sanctuary within the abbey walls. Through firsthand accounts, immerse yourself in the daily trials and tribulations of those living in the shadow of this unfolding turmoil. The author meticulously reconstructs the motivations of the rebel factions, shedding light on the ideological divisions that tore England apart. By examining the clash between the forces of tradition and the drive for change, this book provides thought-provoking insights into the complexities of medieval power struggles. A testament to the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity, this book offers a vivid and unforgettable portrayal of a pivotal chapter in English history. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9780243335480_0
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