John Foxe

1516-1587

Born in Boston, England, John Foxe is most widely remembered for his work chronicling Christian martyrdom.

For more information on Foxe and his work, please see Nick Needham’s lecture: John Foxe & The Book of Martyrs

Articles on John Foxe:

“John Foxe and a Book That Inspired Generations” by Simonetta Carr

Notable Works:

1563 - The Actes and Monuments (Foxe's Book of Martyrs)
“The book, immediately known as Foxe's Book of Martyrs, became one of the most influential texts in Europe, remaining recommended reading in England for centuries.” Simonetta Carr, John Foxe and a Book That Inspired Generations.