Rethinking Catholicism in Reformation England (Oxford Historical Monographs)

This book considers the ideological development of English Catholicism in the sixteenth century, from the complementary perspectives of history, theology, and literature. The author shows that Catholicism in this period was neither a defunct tradition, nor one merely reacting to Protestantism, but a vigorous intellectual movement responding to the reformist impulse of the age. Her study makes an important contribution to the intellectual history of the Reformation. `thought provoking, well documented and presented, "Rethinking Catholicism in Reformation England" is a scholarly show of strength that queries preconceived opinions and invites the reader to engage actively with the question of the changing face of conservative thought in Tudor England.' Journal of Theological Studies, vol.52, no.2 `Lucy Wooding gives to Tudor Catholocism a history of its own.' Christopher Haigh, Catholic Herald, 8/12/00. `There is much in Wooding's analysis that is attractive.' Christopher Haigh, Catholic Herald, 8/12/00 `A compelling and important argument' William Gibson, H-Net `Her book is the best available guide to the mindset of Marian Catholicism' Arnold Hunt, Times Literary Supplement.