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King James VI and I and the Reunion of Christendom (Cambridge Studies in Early Modern British History)

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This is a historical study of the career of King James VI and I, as king of Scotland (1567-1625) and England (1603-1625), who achieved a union of the crowns as the first king of Great Britain, and who undertook to end the recurring religious wars. His peacemaking by diplomatic means was complemented by his efforts to foster closer relations among the churches. The peace that he helped to maintain by these initiatives, though cut short by the coming of the Thirty Years' War, was immensely beneficial both to Britain and to the other countries of Europe.
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  1. ISBN-10
    0521793858
  2. ISBN-13
    978-0521793858
  3. Publisher
    Cambridge University Press
  4. Publication date
    October 2, 2000
  5. Part of series
    Cambridge Studies in Early Modern British History
  6. Language
    English
  7. Dimensions
    5.99 x 1.08 x 9.01 inches
  8. Print length
    430 pages
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"This is a book...which contributes substantially to the ongoing rehabilitation of the dreamer. ...this is...a book which will define its particular subject for a long time." The Virginia Quarterly Review

"...weightily documented and authoritative in style, Patterson's study is most convincing of all in its admiration of James...." Church Times

"Even though the work is scholarly, it is quite readable and would be enjoyable to anyone interested in church history. ...this account of his goals and his dedication in spite of disappointments is somehow quite contemporary. This book can be read as history or as a bridge from the past into the world of today." Charlotte Booth, The Living Church

"While Patterson's main audience is other scholars of the late Elizabethan, Jacobean, and early Caroline period, his prose is so lucid and his narrative so clear that general readers, if they ignore the footnotes, will enjoy and learn much from this book." Ronald A. Rebholz, The American Oxonian

"In the era of the 180-page monograph so favored by cost-conscious publishers today, scholars will be grateful to Patterson (and Cambridge University Press) for the comprehensiveness of this work. If at times Patterson seems determined to share every detail he has uncovered, or repeats himself unnecessarily, this is nevertheless a book which will define its particular subject for a long time." Michael F. Graham, The Virginia Quarterly Review

"This is a substantial and interesting book on James VI and I as religious reconciler and political peacemaker....it is an important addition to the efforts to revise our historical judgement of James's reign....Patterson has written an impressive volume. His sure-footed use of extensive primary sources is very impressive, as is his analysis of James's theories and theology, and the ways in which they shaped the kin's policies and actions. This book is welcome and valuable contribution to the historical rehabilitation of James VI and I as a theologian and statesman." Caroline Litzenberger, West Virginia Shakespeare and Renaissance Association

"W.B. Pattersons' erudite, interesting, and valuable book contributes to two waves of current historiographical activity." Jerrold Seigel, American Historical Review

"Patterson's careful scholarship makes this book an important contribution to the study of both theology and diplomacy in seventeenth-century Europe. The book offers thorough discussions of several of the period's thorniest questions of doctrine and international relations. It also fits nicely into recent scholarship on James himself, revising perceptions of him in a more positive direction." Catherine Patterson, Anglican Theological Review

"This important, scholarly book is the latest contribution to the series, Cambridge Studies in Early Modern History. It should also be noted that the book is written in a style and with a felicity that is admirable." John Booty, Sewanee Theological Review

"...this work helpfully breaks new ground in understanding key dimensions of James's reign..." Trinity Journal

Book Description

Paperback edition of a prize-winning account of the reign of King James VI and I.

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Cambridge University Press (October 2, 2000)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 430 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0521793858
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0521793858
  • Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.5 pounds
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.99 x 1.08 x 9.01 inches
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 217 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
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Anthony Gamble
5.0 out of 5 stars King James is black wow.
Reviewed in the United States on October 10, 2023
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I guess a lot of people did no know that king James was a black man. Also he was known as the black boy on May occasions. It does make since in the photo on the book. Since they found his image behind the alter and a coin of his face a person can not deny he is a black man.
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Chris
5.0 out of 5 stars I love history
Reviewed in the United States on May 19, 2023
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Never knew the true history of king James.This is very eye opening and I would encourage this book
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Morongo Molly
5.0 out of 5 stars Not for everyone, but essential if you are researching the Stuarts.
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2014
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I am a historical novelist who is obsessed with historical accuracy, and there is a lot coming out now about James VI and I. For a serious reader of 17th Century British history, this is a reader friendly historical treatise that far surpassed some of the popular histories that have appeared on the shelves during the past ten years. It does not read like a text book. It is a reader friendly treatment of a man who is far more complex and formidable than previously thought.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful Book!
Reviewed in the United States on May 23, 2017
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This book showed how the Romans Catholic church tried to smear his good name. He was a morale man,that translated the Bible. His original translation of the Bible included the Apocrypha (Lost books of the Bible)
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delphie clark
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United States on November 24, 2017
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It was ok not what i expected.I thought it would do a more detailed account of his life.
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Eleanor Davis
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
Reviewed in the United States on August 2, 2018
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This book will give me the needed info as seek the true about the man that wrote the KJV Bible
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C BlueSkys
5.0 out of 5 stars Thank you Cambridge University!
Reviewed in the United States on November 9, 2015
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Excellent book. Full of information and revelations. Highly recommended for truth. Especially relieved that a picture of the real King James I and VI is revealed by one of the most prestigious Universities in the world, Cambridge University.
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Goldie
5.0 out of 5 stars happy with the purchase that i have made.
Reviewed in the United States on January 3, 2015
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I have not finished reading this book in it's entirety...but so far what I have read...it's a nice read and I highly recommend it...the seller was really helpful in getting this book to me on time.
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Mercurius
4.0 out of 5 stars Ecumenical politics in early 1600s
Reviewed in Canada on July 31, 2020
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Stolid and at times critically naive, this is nonetheless an indispensable account of Jacobean churchmanship.
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Aset-ra Amun
5.0 out of 5 stars BLACK HISTORY ONCE AGAIN WHITEWASHED
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 4, 2021
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How they have stolen black history and white washing is disgusting. But the chosen ones are fully awake and will start to re-claim our birthright. However does shed a light on the transatlantic slave trade and all the Black President that they have hidden. Very amazing book
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africanqueen53
5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing book. But educator are not telling this story
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on May 17, 2017
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Amazing book. But educator are not telling this story. Why? thanks for the book.
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Paappeal
5.0 out of 5 stars So Happy With Purchase
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 22, 2019
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Stunning book
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5.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
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Very good
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