Edward Lewis Cutts
''Augustine of Canterbury'' is a historical biography written by Edward Lewis Cutts in 1895. The book chronicles the life and work of Saint Augustine, the first Archbishop of Canterbury, who was sent by Pope Gregory the Great to evangelize the Anglo-Saxon kingdoms of England in the 6th century. Cutts explores the background of Augustine, his journey to England, and his interactions with the Anglo-Saxon kings and queen. The author also delves into the challenges Augustine faced in converting the pagan Anglo-Saxons to Christianity, including language barriers and cultural differences. The book provides a detailed account of the establishment of the Christian church in England, including the founding of the Canterbury Cathedral and the spread of Christianity throughout the country. Cutts also discusses the impact of Augustine’s mission on the development of English society and culture, as well as his lasting legacy in the history of Christianity.Overall, ''Augustine of Canterbury'' is a comprehensive and informative biography that sheds light on an important figure in the history of Christianity and the development of England as a nation.This Book Is In English.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.
