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Catherine Greenbury And Mary Percy: Printed Writings 15001640: Series 1, Part Four, Volume 2 (The Early Modern Englishwoman: A
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This Volume Includes Two Early Seventeenthcentury Translations Of Roman Catholic Books By English Recusant Nuns Catherine Greenbury (A Franciscan) And Mary Percy (A Benedictine). To Practise Their Faith On The Continent Both These Women Fled Elizabethan England Where Roman Catholic Practice Had Been Outlawed Under Pain Of Severe Penalty (Even Death). Catherine Greenbury Was Born At York Into A Wealthy Upper Middleclass Family But Left England After The Death Of Her Husband, Shortly After The Birth Of Her Daughter In Or Around 1616. After Establishing Herself In Brussels In A Convent Dedicated To St Elizabeth, She Became Its First Elected 'Mother' In 1626. During Her Early Years Here She Translated The Work Included In This Volume Franois Van Den Broecke'S Biography In Dutch Of The Saintly Queen Elizabeth Of Portugal. A Comparison Of Greenbury'S Version With The Dutch Text Shows Not Only That The Translation Is Very Competent And Faithful, But Also That She Takes The Editorial Freedom To Improve The Text. Lady Mary Percy, Daughter Of Thomas Percy The Seventh Earl Of Northumberland, Left England For Flanders And In 1598 She Founded A Benedictine Convent In Brussels Especially For Englishwomen. Here Mary Percy Translated A 1598 French Edition Of Breve Compendio, By The Italian Jesuit Achille Gagliardi With His Student Isabella Berinzaga, A Mystical Handbook Which Guides The Reader Through A Series Of Elaborately Defined Stages Striving Towards 'Deiformitie' A State In Which The Soul Is 'United Unto The Will Of God'.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Catherine Greenbury and Mary Percy: Printed Writings 1500–1640'? A: This volume focuses on two early seventeenth-century translations of Roman Catholic texts by English recusant nuns, Catherine Greenbury and Mary Percy, who fled England due to the persecution of Catholics.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The book is authored by Jos Blom, who provides insights into the lives and works of Catherine Greenbury and Mary Percy.
- Q: What historical context does this book provide? A: It offers a historical context of the challenges faced by Roman Catholics in Elizabethan England, including the severe penalties for practicing their faith.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 304 pages, providing ample content on the subject matter.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover, ensuring durability and longevity for readers.
- Q: When was this book published? A: The book was published on August 24, 2006.
- Q: Is this book suitable for academic study? A: Yes, this book is suitable for academic study, especially for those interested in early modern English literature, Catholic history, and women's studies.
- Q: What kind of translations are included in this volume? A: The volume includes translations of works by Catherine Greenbury and Mary Percy, showcasing their contributions to Catholic literature in the early 1600s.
- Q: Can this book be a resource for understanding the Catholic faith during the 17th century? A: Yes, it can serve as a valuable resource for understanding the Catholic faith and practices during the 17th century, particularly from the perspective of women.
- Q: What makes this volume significant in literary history? A: This volume is significant as it highlights the contributions of women translators during a time when their voices were often marginalized, shedding light on their roles in preserving and disseminating Catholic thought.