The Trail of Martyrdom: Persecution and Resistance in Sixteenth-Century England

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Summary: A work of meticulous scholarship
Review: The Trail Of Martyrdom: Persecution And Resistance In Sixteenth-Century England, provides Professor Covington's readers with a thorough and scholarly examination of all aspects of persecution, imprisonment, rebellion, dissent, and execution in sixteenth-century England. A work of meticulous scholarship, and presented with a passion for accuracy and logical interpretation, The Trail Of Martyrdom is a fascinating and informative scrutiny of a dark side of human behavior and royal politics under Henry VIII, Edward, Mary, and Elizabeth. Sarah Covington is an Assistant Professor of History at Elizabethtown College and The Trail Of Martyrdom is also available in a hardcover format (026804225X, $55.00).