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Meanings of "Token" in English Reformation Theology and Theatre

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  • Hardback
  • 192 pages
  • Publisher: Boydell and Brewer
  • 15.6 x 23.4 x 1.5 cm

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For students of theology and church history.

Unpacks the role of symbols in early literature.

Deepens your grasp of reformation-era thought.

A scholarly exploration of language, theology, and drama during the English Reformation.

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This insightful academic work offers a fresh perspective on the intersection of theology, literature, and theatre during the English Reformation. Rachel Lacy Boersma meticulously examines the shifting meanings of the word 'token' within a period of profound religious and cultural transformation. By bridging the gap between historical theatre and theological discourse, the book provides a unique window into how spiritual concepts were communicated and understood in early modern England. Whether you are a researcher, a student of Reformation history, or simply interested in the history of ideas, this study invites you to explore how language shaped the religious experience of the era. With careful analysis and historical rigour, this volume is an essential contribution to the study of how symbols were used to define faith, identity, and the dramatic stage in a time of great change.

  • Title

    Meanings of "Token" in English Reformation Theology and Theatre

  • Author

    Rachel Lacy Boersma

  • Book Format

    Hardback

  • Publisher

    Boydell and Brewer

  • Published

    December 2026

  • Page Count

    192

  • Dimensions

    15.6 x 23.4 x 1.5 cm

  • ISBN

    9781843848332

  • ISBN-10

    1843848333

  • Eden Code

    7586492