Bishop Baines, by Pamela Gilbert
This Restless Prelate: Bishop Baines. This is first biography of one of the most controversial and colourful bishops of 19th-century Catholic England, he was ahead of his time in developing modern methods of teaching at Ampleforth and Prior Park; he also attempted to establish the first Catholic University in England since the Reformation. Bishop Baines succeeded in raising the profile of the Catholic Church, particularly in the west of England. A great correspondent, his letters and archives throw considerable light on the problems he faced, and provide a fascinating insight into the times in which he lived.
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Author: Pamela Gilbert
Format: Paperback
Number of Pages: 304
Published: Aug 2006
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