Dissolution of the Monasteries

A fascinating guide to the English Reformation and its consequences. In April 1536, in the 27th year of the reign of King HenryVIII, there were scattered throughout England and Walesmore than 800 monasteries, nunneries and friaries, andwithin them 10,000 monks, canons, nuns and friars. By April 1540 there were none. The major social andreligious upheaval of these four years is what we call theDissolution of the Monasteries. An absorbing look at a pivotal point of British history, this new edition of a classic text expertly pairs the seminal text of G.W. O. Woodward with a fresh modern cover that encapsulates the drama of the period. Look out for more Pitkin Guides on the very best of British history, heritage and travel.