The Acts and Monuments of the Church, also known as Foxe's Book of Martyrs, is a comprehensive historical and theological work written by the English historian John Foxe. This book documents the history of the Christian church from its earliest days to the mid-16th century, with a particular focus on the lives and sufferings of Christian martyrs throughout history. Volume 1 of the book covers the period from the early days of the church up until the reign of King Henry VIII. It includes detailed accounts of the lives and deaths of notable Christian figures such as St. Stephen, St. James, and St. Paul, as well as lesser-known martyrs from various parts of the world. The book also provides a critical analysis of the political and religious upheavals of the period, including the rise of the Protestant Reformation and the persecution of Christians by the Roman Catholic Church. Foxe's work is notable for its vivid and often graphic descriptions of the tortures and executions endured by Christian martyrs, as well as its emphasis on the role of faith and devotion in their lives. Overall, The Acts and Monuments of the Church is an important historical and theological work that provides valuable insights into the history of the Christian church and the experiences of its followers throughout the ages.1838. Part One of Two. Wherein is set forth at large the whole race and course of the church, from the primitive age to these later times. With a preliminary dissertation, on the difference between the church of Rome that now is, and the ancient church of Rome that then was. With a memoir of the author by his son. A new edition, with five appendices containing accounts of the Massacres in France: The Destruction of the Spanish Armada: The Irish Rebellion in the Year 1641: The Gunpowder Treason; and a Tract, showing that the executions of Papists in Queen Elizabeth's Reign, were for treason and not for heresy. Acts and Monuments, also known as Foxe's Book of Martyrs, is the landmark work of John Foxe, Protestant martyrologist. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Other volumes in this set are ISBN(s): 1417946113.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.