Alexandra Walsham Knihy

Focusing on the belief in angels during the early modern period, this volume delves into how such convictions shaped cultural, religious, and social dynamics. It examines the impact of angelology on various aspects of life, including art, literature, and personal spirituality, highlighting the significance of angels in the collective consciousness of the time. Through historical analysis, the book reveals the complexities of belief and its influence on the worldview of early modern societies.

Charitable Hatred presents a challenging new perspective on religious tolerance and intolerance in early modern England. Instead of charting a path of linear progress from persecution to toleration, it emphasises the complex interplay between these two impulses throughout the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. -- .

Focusing on the evolution of Catholic communities in post-Reformation Britain, this collection of essays by Alexandra Walsham shifts the narrative away from the traditional emphasis on recusants and martyrs. Instead, it underscores the significance of conformists and their experiences, offering fresh insights into the complexities of faith, identity, and community during this transformative period in British history. Through these essays, Walsham contributes to a deeper understanding of the diverse Catholic experience in a changing religious landscape.

The book delves into the impact of familial and generational ties on the English Reformation, exploring how both blood relations and shared faith influenced the religious upheaval of the 16th and 17th centuries. Utilizing a diverse range of evidence, it emphasizes the crucial roles families played in shaping the course of this significant historical event.

Focusing on the evolution of Catholic communities in post-Reformation Britain, this collection of essays by Alexandra Walsham shifts the narrative from traditional themes of recusants and martyrs to those who conformed to the ecclesiastical establishment. It delves into the moral and political challenges faced by clergy and laity, reassesses the Counter Reformation as an evangelical movement, and examines the communication strategies employed by Catholics. Additionally, it highlights the adaptation of Catholic ritual life amidst a repressive environment.