Blunders And Forgeries: Historical Essays

by Thomas Edward Bridgett

Blunders And Historical Essays is a collection of essays written by Thomas Edward Bridgett and published in 1890. The book explores the theme of historical inaccuracies, mistakes, and forgeries that have occurred throughout history. The essays cover a wide range of topics, from the infamous ""Donation of Constantine"" forgery to the inaccuracies in the portrayal of Queen Elizabeth I in popular culture. Bridgett's writing style is engaging and informative, making the book accessible to both history enthusiasts and casual readers. He provides detailed accounts of each historical blunder or forgery, including the context in which it occurred and the impact it had on history. Overall, Blunders And Historical Essays is a fascinating exploration of the ways in which history can be distorted and manipulated. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the study of history and the importance of accuracy in historical research.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

312 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 1890

About the author

Father Thomas Edward Bridgett, C.Ss.R