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EDWARD HICKS: PACIFIST BISHOP AT WAR
THE DIARIES OF A WORLD WAR ONE BISHOP |
| By: |
G. R. Evans |
| Format: |
Electronic book text |
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£9.99 |
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| ISBN 10: |
0745956556 |
| ISBN 13: |
9780745956558 |
| Publisher: |
LION HUDSON PLC |
| Description: |
What does a Bishop, having declared himself a pacifist, do when his country goes to war? |
| Synopsis: |
The story of outspoken pacifist bishop Edward Hicks throws new light on the problems of conscience created by World War One. Edward Hicks, Bishop of Lincoln, was already regarded as a maverick for his stance on the education of women, teetotalism, social justice, and votes for everyone. He came from a different class to that of most bishops. When war came, he was a rare dissenting voice amidst the Church's vocal support for its morality. Acclaimed author G. R. Evans draws upon Hicks's detailed diaries to reveal Edward Hicks as a man battling with his own conscience and principles, not least at seeing his sons go off to fight - one never to return. This is a fascinating glimpse into the impact the War had on an individual and those around him, who waited at home - and tried to hold onto their humanity. |
| Illustrations: |
Colour and b&w photographs |
| Publication: |
UK |
| Imprint: |
Lion Books |
| Returns: |
Non-returnable |