Foxe's Book of Martyrs

by John Foxe

This fully illustrated edition contains over 40 images * The title page as it originally appeared in Foxe's 1583 edition * The line engraved portrait of John Foxe that appeared in the 1641 edition * Reproductions of the woodcuts which Foxe had created to illustrate the lives and deaths of the martyrs * Paintings and drawings by other artists which illustrate some of the true stories told in this unique volume Foxe's Book of Martyrs has been an invaluable addition to the libraries of faithful Christians for almost five centuries. Chronicling the suffering and brutal deaths of those who have sacrificed their lives for the sake of the Gospel of Jesus Christ, John Foxe captured the God-given, Spirit-inspired courage of these noble souls. Though sometimes difficult to read because of the inhumane cruelty depicted in its pages, the images which truly endure are the ones which portray the victorious faith, through the grace of God, of these Christian martyrs. Why should you read this book? The stories within these pages are supremely inspiring accounts of those who gave their lives defending the truth of the Gospel. Much can be learned not only of their fortitude but also of an apostate false church that persecuted them. The powerful witness of these martyred saints will stir your hearts, as it has the true church through the centuries, to be that loyal bride of Christ, strong and pure.

290 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2013

About the author

John Foxe was born at Boston, in Lincolnshire, in 1516, and died April 8, 1587. He is most famous for is publication of “Foxe’s Acts and Monuments of the Christian Church” more commonly known as “Foxe’s Book of Martyrs”.

Reviews

[Alan Yau · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very good biographical information, though some of the torture of Christians was particularly brutal, specifically Roman Catholics toward evangelical Christians with cruel and unjust burnings, ravagings, etc. Good motivator for Christians to stand firm in the faith and faithfully proclaim the Good News, as although Satan wants to stop God's work, he cannot, as God uses his people, their lives and their deaths to bring glory to Himself.

[Beth Bacon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Encouraging and challenging. I would definitely recommend for any Christian to read. I didn't realize that this version was abridged, but it still got the point across. I'm left wondering how Christianity in America has gotten so familiar that it no longer offends the world.

[Dustin Frantz · Rating 5 out of 5]

I enjoyed this book as it gave accounts of not just well-known church figures but also practically unknown Christians that have been faithful in different eras. Several accounts were quite convincing and makes me wonder if Christians in America are ready to face that kind of persecution