Archbishop Rotherham (Classic Reprint): Lord High Chancellor of England, and Chancellor of Cambridge University, a Sketch of His Life and Environment - Softcover
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Archbishop Rotherham: Lord High Chancellor of England, and Chancellor of Cambridge University, a Sketch of His Life and Environment is a concise, scholarly portrait of a key late medieval church and state figure. This nonfiction examines the life and career of Thomas Rotherham, tracing his rise, offices, and influence across York, Cambridge, and the English court.
Through careful analysis of contemporary records and portraits, the book situates Rotherham within the turbulent transition from Yorkist to Tudor rule. It also surveys the ways his memory and likeness were recorded in engravings and fossils in college galleries, offering a clear picture of how a high cleric shaped and was remembered by the era.
- Key biographical outline of Rotherham’s public offices and duties
- Discussion of his role in major political events from Richard III to Henry VII
- Evaluation of portraits and memorials, including questions of authenticity
- Guide to primary and reference sources used by historians
Ideal for readers of medieval English history, church history, and the history of Cambridge and Lincoln colleges.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This biography chronicles the life and times of Thomas Rotherham, Archbishop of York and Chancellor of England during the Wars of the Roses. Born in 1423 to a family of modest means, Rotherham's rise to prominence began with his education at Cambridge, where he excelled in his studies and became a fellow of King's College. The author explores the complexities of Rotherham's life, including his involvement in the political and religious turmoil of the 15th century. The book also examines Rotherham's significant contributions to the fields of education and architecture, including his founding of Jesus College, Rotherham, and his role in the construction of King's College Chapel. This insightful biography sheds light on the life of a remarkable figure who played a pivotal role in shaping the course of English history during a tumultuous period. 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 # 9781331588672_0
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