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Explore the captivating journey of early modern England in 'An Age of Wonders', a fascinating historical study by William E. Burns. This brand new paperback delves into extraordinary phenomena—monstrous births, blood rains, and sky apparitions—that shaped the religious and political landscape of the time. In this enlightening work, Burns examines how these supernatural events, once laden with significant meanings, gradually transitioned into subjects of scientific inquiry during the Restoration period.
In 'An Age of Wonders', readers will uncover the critical transformations influenced by the rise of early modern science and the contentious political battles between the Whigs and the Tories. Burns meticulously analyzes primary sources, including both print and manuscript materials, showcasing how prodigious events lost their religious significance and were absorbed into the realm of scientific discourse. Witness the conflict between the supporters of the restored monarchy and the Church of England against Protestant dissenters, and the ensuing struggles between the Whigs and the Jacobites.
This comprehensive study, published by Manchester University Press in 2010, seamlessly integrates religious history, political dynamics, and the evolution of scientific thought. Perfect for scholars and enthusiasts of early modern history, 'An Age of Wonders' serves as an invaluable resource. Note that shipping is free for this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719081279
Year: 2010
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
Monstrous births, rains of blood, apparitions of battles in the sky - people in early modern England found all of these events to carry important religious and political meanings. In An age of wonders, available in paperback for the first time, William E. Burns explores the process by which these events became religiously and politically insignificant in the Restoration period. The story involves the establishment of early modern science, the shift from 'enthusiastic' to reasonable religion, and the fierce political combat between the Whigs and the Tories.
This historical study is based on close readings of a variety of primary sources, both print and manuscript. Burns claims that prodigies lost their religious meaning and became subjects of scientific enquiry as a result of political struggles, first by the supporters of the restored monarchy and the Church of England against Protestant dissenters, and then by the Whig defenders of the Revolution of 1688 against the Tories and the Jacobites.
By integrating religious and political history with the history of science, An age of wonders will be of great use to those working in the field of early modern history. -- .
In 'An Age of Wonders', readers will uncover the critical transformations influenced by the rise of early modern science and the contentious political battles between the Whigs and the Tories. Burns meticulously analyzes primary sources, including both print and manuscript materials, showcasing how prodigious events lost their religious significance and were absorbed into the realm of scientific discourse. Witness the conflict between the supporters of the restored monarchy and the Church of England against Protestant dissenters, and the ensuing struggles between the Whigs and the Jacobites.
This comprehensive study, published by Manchester University Press in 2010, seamlessly integrates religious history, political dynamics, and the evolution of scientific thought. Perfect for scholars and enthusiasts of early modern history, 'An Age of Wonders' serves as an invaluable resource. Note that shipping is free for this item, and please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9780719081279
Year: 2010
Publisher: Manchester University Press
Description:
Monstrous births, rains of blood, apparitions of battles in the sky - people in early modern England found all of these events to carry important religious and political meanings. In An age of wonders, available in paperback for the first time, William E. Burns explores the process by which these events became religiously and politically insignificant in the Restoration period. The story involves the establishment of early modern science, the shift from 'enthusiastic' to reasonable religion, and the fierce political combat between the Whigs and the Tories.
This historical study is based on close readings of a variety of primary sources, both print and manuscript. Burns claims that prodigies lost their religious meaning and became subjects of scientific enquiry as a result of political struggles, first by the supporters of the restored monarchy and the Church of England against Protestant dissenters, and then by the Whig defenders of the Revolution of 1688 against the Tories and the Jacobites.
By integrating religious and political history with the history of science, An age of wonders will be of great use to those working in the field of early modern history. -- .