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Vita Thomae Mori

Thomas Stapleton • 1928 • Fordham

Author: Thomas Stapleton
First published: 1928
Publisher: Fordham
Genres: Biography · Art · History
Subjects: Biography · Christian martyrs · History · Humanists
ISBN: 9781432584757

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This biography offers an essential perspective on the intellectual life and martyrdom of Sir Thomas More, providing a foundational account of his place within the history of humanists. As a detailed record of a significant historical figure, it remains a valuable resource for those interested in the intersections of faith and conscience.

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Vita Thomae Mori, originally published in Latin in 1588 as part of Thomas Stapleton's Tres Thomae, stands as one of the most significant early biographies of Sir Thomas More. Written by the English Catholic polemicist and theologian Thomas Stapleton during his exile in Louvain, the work served as both a hagiographic tribute and a defense of More’s commitment to the Roman Catholic Church during the English Reformation. Stapleton drew heavily on eyewitness accounts and personal testimonies to reconstruct the life of the Chancellor, establishing a narrative framework that would influence representations of More for centuries to come.

The 1928 Fordham edition reflects the enduring academic and religious interest in More’s life during the early 20th century. By this time, More had been canonized by the Catholic Church, and scholars sought to make primary biographical sources more accessible to English-speaking readers. This particular publication was designed to provide a scholarly, readable translation that preserved the original intent of Stapleton’s text while situating it within a modern theological and historical context. It remains a foundational document for students of Tudor history and those examining the intersection of Renaissance humanism and religious martyrdom.

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