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Part two only (of 2). [4], cxx leaves. Illustrated with a woodcut vignette of Bale presenting the book to Edward VI on the title page, repeated once later, also historiated woodcut initials. (8vo), spotted calf, repaired at hinges, gilt-lettered morocco spine labels, gilt-decorated spine.

Bale authored a number of works against the Catholics, such as this title. The second part of the work, however a complete work in of itself, as a chronological survey attacking the misconduct of Catholic clergy and monastic orders during the 11th and 12th centuries. Tiny library sticker, plus rubber stamp on title page, from the Helmington Hall Library. STC 1273; Sayle 1068.