The Order of Saint George and The Church of Saint George in Stamford

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Title: Saint George, The Order of Saint George and The Church of Saint George in Stamford by Rev William Arthur Rees-Jones
Summary: Saint George, the Order of Saint George and the Church of Saint George in Stamford is a historical monograph written by William Arthur Rees-Jones, who served as rector of St George's Church from 1932 to 1950. The work examines the relationship between St George as a Christian martyr, the medieval Order of St George (more commonly associated with the origins of the Order of the Garter), and the history of St George's Church in Stamford between 1349 and 1449. 
The book argues that St George's Church held an important place in the medieval cult of St George and in the development of English chivalric traditions. Rees-Jones traces:
The life and cult of St George 
St George is presented as a Christian soldier-martyr whose popularity spread across Europe and England. 
His reputation as a patron saint of knighthood, courage, and Christian service made him a natural symbol for medieval chivalric orders. 
The rise of the Order of St George / Order of the Garter 
The book explores the emergence of royal devotion to St George during the 14th century. 
It discusses how St George became closely linked with English kings and the ideals of knightly honour. 
Rees-Jones particularly focuses on connections between Stamford and the early traditions that later became associated with the Order of the Garter. 
Author: Rev William Arthur Rees-Jones
Publisher: The Churchman Publishing Co, Ltd. London
Year Published: 1937
Edition: 1st Edition
Binding type: Hardcover
ISBN: 
Dimensions: 23.5cm x 16.5cm 
Notes: Previous owner inscription on front end sheet. From the library of J.C.C. Dunholme.
SKU: VSS / 268 / H / 7455 / 5736
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Dust Jacket Condition: Not applicable
Book condition: Good. Handling marks, marks, fading, toning
Binding: Intact
Pages: 66 pages
 
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