Henry Stuart: Cardinal of York, and His Times is a historical biography written by Alice Shield and published in 1908. The book tells the story of Henry Stuart, who was born in 1725 and became the last Roman Catholic bishop of the Church of England. Stuart was also the brother of Charles Edward Stuart, who was known as Bonnie Prince Charlie and led the Jacobite rising of 1745.The book provides a detailed account of Stuart's life, including his education, his role in the Jacobite rebellion, and his eventual appointment as ...
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Henry Stuart: Cardinal of York, and His Times is a historical biography written by Alice Shield and published in 1908. The book tells the story of Henry Stuart, who was born in 1725 and became the last Roman Catholic bishop of the Church of England. Stuart was also the brother of Charles Edward Stuart, who was known as Bonnie Prince Charlie and led the Jacobite rising of 1745.The book provides a detailed account of Stuart's life, including his education, his role in the Jacobite rebellion, and his eventual appointment as Cardinal of York. Shield also explores the political and religious context of Stuart's time, including the tensions between Catholics and Protestants in England and Scotland.Through her research, Shield paints a picture of Stuart as a complex and intriguing figure, who struggled to balance his loyalty to his faith with his duty to his country. The book is filled with anecdotes and stories from Stuart's life, as well as insights into the political and social climate of 18th-century England.Overall, Henry Stuart: Cardinal of York, and His Times is a fascinating and well-researched biography that sheds light on an important figure in British history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Catholicism in England, the Jacobite rebellion, or the political and social climate of the 18th century.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.
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