Francis Young Boeken

Focusing on the English Catholic community's engagement with the supernatural, this book examines their responses within the broader frameworks of the Counter-Reformation and early modern confessional culture. It seeks to fill a gap in the literature by highlighting the community's perspectives on preternatural and supernatural phenomena, thereby enriching the understanding of their social history during a time of significant religious upheaval.

A game-changing exploration of the 'small gods' of nature and everyday life in Britain from the Iron Age to the late Middle Ages. It addresses fauns and satyrs, fairies and elves, nymphs and forest sprites - shadowy deities of fate and chance - who dance their elusive way through Britain's history.

This Element examines hierarchical and clerical understandings of witchcraft within the contemporary Roman Catholic church. It explores whether it is possible to adopt any kind of coherent approach to a phenomenon appraised so differently across different cultures that the church's responses in one context are likely to seem irrelevant in another.

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The book presents a compelling argument that magic has played a crucial role in Britain's cultural and political landscape, rivaling the influence of religion throughout history. It explores how magical practices and beliefs have shaped societal norms and power dynamics, offering insights into their significance in various historical contexts. Through detailed analysis, the author reveals the intricate relationship between magic and the evolution of British identity.

What buried secret lies beneath the stones of one of England's greatest former churches and shrines, the Benedictine Abbey of Bury St Edmunds? As Edmund: In Search of England's Lost King suggests, present obscurity may conceal a find as significant as the emergence from beneath a Leicester car-park of the remains of Richard III. For Bury, Francis Young now reveals, is the probable site of the body - placed in an `iron chest' but lost during the Dissolution of the Monasteries - of Edmund: martyred monarch of the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of East Anglia and, well before St George, England's first patron saint. After the king was slain by marauding Vikings in the 9th century, the legend which grew up around his murder led to the foundation in Bury of one of the pre-eminent shrines of Christendom. In showing how Edmund became the pivotal figure around whom Saxons, Danes and Normans all rallied, this fascinating book points to the imminent rediscovery of the ruler who created England.

This edition of Euclid's classic geometry textbook includes detailed explanatory notes from Francis Young based on Robert Simson's original text. Topics covered in Book I include basic Euclidean geometry principles such as lines, angles, triangles, and circles.

Contemporary exorcism in England has seen a notable resurgence, particularly within independent churches, despite the Church of England's historical skepticism towards such practices. Francis Young explores how the Anglican Church, which once viewed exorcisms as superstition, has adapted by designating clergy for "deliverance ministry" since the 1970s. This shift represents a significant and unlikely evolution within a tradition that historically condemned the expulsion of evil spirits, highlighting the complexities of faith and belief in modern society.

Originally published in 1871, this reprint offers a glimpse into the historical context and themes of its time. The book captures the essence of its era through its narrative style and character development, providing readers with an authentic experience of the period. Its enduring relevance and insights into societal norms make it a valuable addition to any collection, appealing to both history enthusiasts and literary scholars.

Focusing on a significant Catholic family in early modern East Anglia, the narrative explores their profound impact on the surrounding community. It delves into the family's social, cultural, and religious influence, highlighting their role in shaping local dynamics during a pivotal historical period. Through detailed accounts, the book illustrates the intersection of personal and communal identities within the context of Catholicism in a predominantly Protestant society.