An Humble Supplication to Her Maiestie

The book presents Robert Southwell's compelling appeal to Queen Elizabeth I, challenging her 1591 proclamation that targeted Roman Catholics. It explores the tension between faith and authority during a time of religious persecution, highlighting Southwell's eloquence and conviction. His arguments emphasize the rights of Catholics and the need for tolerance, offering a poignant reflection on the struggles of religious identity in Elizabethan England. Through this appeal, the work sheds light on the broader historical context of the era's religious conflicts.