The Letters and Charters of Cardinal Guala Bicchieri, Papal Legate in England 1216-1218

by Guala Bicchieri

The legation of Guala Bicchieri of Vercelli, the third papal legate specifically appointed to England during the reign of King John, coincided with a turbulent period in England's history. Guala played a leading role in events, presiding over the resettlement of the English church after 1217, and is a figure of great importance in English political history. This volume assembles a comprehensive collection of his charters and letters.Dr NICHOLAS VINCENTteaches...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0907239536
• ISBN13: 9780907239536
• Release Date: January 1997
• Publisher: Canterbury & York Society
• Length: 193 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.5"