"A masterful, vivid and original sketch, not only of the history but also of the culture (or cultures) of the Anglican Church for nearly five centuries." Rowan Williams, poet and former Archbishop of Canterbury

It is difficult to understand the last 500 years of England’s history without understanding the Anglican Church. From its roots in Catholicism to the present day, this is the remarkable story of a familiar but very misunderstood institution.

The Church has often been divided between high and low, Evangelicals and Anglo-Catholics. For the first 150 years, people sacrificed their lives to defend it. The Anglican Church is defined by and has always had a complex relationship with the state and authority.

As Jeremy Morris shows, the Church’s history - central to British life - has never been simple. Combining social, political, and religious context with the significance of its music and architecture, A People’s Church skillfully illuminates a complex and prominent institution.