The Life and Times of St. Anselm V1: Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate of the Britains (1883) is a historical biography written by Martin Rule. The book explores the life and legacy of St. Anselm, a prominent figure in the Christian church during the 11th and 12th centuries. Anselm was a Benedictine monk who served as the Archbishop of Canterbury and Primate of the Britains, and is renowned for his contributions to philosophy and theology.The book provides a detailed account of Anselm's life, from his early years as a student in Italy to his eventual appointment as Archbishop of Canterbury. It also delves into his theological and philosophical works, including his famous ontological argument for the existence of God. The author provides a thorough examination of the political and social context of Anselm's time, including the conflicts between the church and state, and the struggles for power among the ruling classes.Overall, The Life and Times of St. Anselm V1 is a comprehensive and informative biography of one of the most important figures in Christian history. It offers readers a glimpse into the life and legacy of a man who made significant contributions to the church and to the intellectual world of his time.In Two Volumes.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.