"Mediaeval London" by William Benham and Charles Welch offers a captivating exploration of the historical and cultural landscape of London during the medieval period. The authors delve into the city's development, examining its architecture, social structure, and the daily lives of its inhabitants. Through meticulous research and vivid descriptions, the book paints a picture of a bustling metropolis that was a hub of trade, politics, and culture. Readers are invited to journey through the ...

Old St. Paul's Cathedral by William Benham is a detailed historical account of the original St. Paul's Cathedral in London, which stood for centuries before its destruction in the Great Fire of London in 1666. Benham, an English cleric and scholar, provides a comprehensive narrative of the cathedral’s architectural evolution, religious significance, and its role in the social and political life of medieval and early modern England.The book opens with a discussion of the origins of St. Paul...

The Catholic Church bases its faith on the Holy Scriptures and Holy Tradition. Catholic dogma is presented in the Nicene Creed is detailed in the Catechism of the Catholic Church. Their canonical law is systematic and set out in the Code of Canon Law.The present book features 10 of the most famous works by outstanding Catholic writers, saints, hagiographers, and Doctors of the Church.Saint Aquinas Thomas The Summa Theologica: Complete EditionSt. Francis De Sales An Int...

Thomas à Kempis's *The Imitation of Christ* is a classic of late medieval Christian devotion, organized as four books of counsels, meditations, and prayers addressed to the soul seeking union with Christ. Rejecting worldly vanity and intellectual pride, it emphasizes humility, self-denial, obedience, inward recollection, patience amid suffering, and loving participation in the Eucharist. Its Latin prose is aphoristic, intimate, and deliberately accessible: brief exhortations and scriptural...

Mediæval London—it is a perfectly distinct and real subject, though it might be difficult to give exact dates of beginning and end. Historical periods glide in, and run their course, and fade away or take fresh shape. Yet we may venture to approximate, and to say with some confidence that Ancient London changed into Mediæval in the days of King Alfred, and passed into Modern with the accession of the Stuarts. The Great Fire of 1666 made vast changes not only in the city itself, but in the ...

Perhaps the most widely read devotional work next to the Bible, this book was first composed in Latin ca.1418-1427. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the Devotio Moderna movement, of which Kempis was a member.No book other than the Bible has been translated into more languages.The text is composed of four books which provide detailed spiritual instructions: "Helpful Counsels of the Spiritual Life", "Directives for the Interior Life", "On Interior Conso...

In "Old St. Paul's Cathedral," William Benham artfully explores the rich history and architectural grandeur of one of London's most revered landmarks. Through a blend of detailed descriptions and engaging narrative, Benham captures the essence of St. Paul's Cathedral, tracing its evolution from its inception after the Great Fire of London to its role as a national icon during tumultuous times. The work is meticulously researched, drawing upon primary sources and historical accounts that il...

In "Old St. Paul's Cathedral," William Benham intricately weaves together history and architecture, meticulously chronicling the storied past of one of London's most iconic structures. Through a blend of descriptive prose and astute observation, Benham captures the grandeur of St. Paul's Cathedral, examining its architectural significance, the events that have unfolded within its walls, and its role in the collective memory of London. His literary style reflects the influences of Victorian...

This is an electronic edition of the complete book complemented by author biography. This book features a table of contents linked to every chapter. The book was designed for optimal navigation on the iPad, Nook, PDA, Smartphone, and other electronic readers. It is formatted to display on all electronic devices including eReaders, Smartphones and other Mobile Devices with a small display.

The Imitation of Christ is a Christian devotional book. It is a handbook for spiritual life arising from the Devotio Moderna movement, a movement for religious reform, calling for apostolic renewal through the rediscovery of genuine pious practices. With the exception of the Bible, no Christian writing has had so wide a vogue or so sustained a popularity as this. Its structure it owes largely to the writings of the medieval mystics, and its ideas and phrases are a mosaic from the Bible and...

The Complete Works of Thomas à Kempis is an inspiring illustrated collection of the devotional and spiritual writings of Thomas à Kempis, one of the most influential Christian authors of the late Middle Ages. This volume gathers The Imitation of Christ, The Life of St. Lidwina, The Little Garden of Roses, Prayers and Meditations on the Life of Christ, and other timeless works that have guided generations of readers in the pursuit of humility, contemplation, and spiritual devotion. At the h...

The Tower of London is the most interesting fortress in Great Britain; it has a history equalled in interest by few fortresses in the world. The Acropolis at Athens and the Capitol of Rome are far more ancient, but they are fortresses no longer. The only rival in this respect that occurs to me is the massive tower at the Western Gate of Jerusalem. It was probably built by King David, and enlarged by Herod; and it is a military castle at this day. So is our Tower, and it was built for that ...