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A facsimile of the order for the burning of the Book of Sports, 1643 (1903)
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A facsimile of the order for the burning of the Book of Sports, 1643 (1903)
A facsimile of the order for the burning of the Book of Sports, 1643 (1903). The Declaration of Sports was a declaration of King James I of England (1566-1625), issued in 1617, listing the sports and recreations that were permitted on Sundays and other holy days. As the Puritans gained increased influence in Parliament in the run up to the English Civil War, hostility towards the Book of Sports grew. Parliament ordered the book publicly burned in 1643. From London in the Time of the Stuarts, by Sir Walter Besant. [Adam & Charles Black, London, 1903]
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This print showcases a facsimile of the order for the burning of the Book of Sports, dating back to 1643. The Book of Sports was originally issued by King James I in 1617 as a declaration listing permissible sports and recreations on Sundays and holy days. However, as Parliament became increasingly influenced by Puritans leading up to the English Civil War, animosity towards this book grew. The image captures a significant moment in history when Parliament ordered the public burning of this controversial publication. It symbolizes the clash between religious beliefs, politics, and leisure activities during that time period in England. The photograph's monochrome tones add an air of solemnity and gravity to this historical event. By examining this print, we are transported back to 17th century Britain where religion played a central role in shaping societal norms and laws. It serves as a reminder of how conflicts arising from differing interpretations of Christianity can have profound consequences on personal freedoms. This thought-provoking image invites us to reflect upon themes such as repression, protestantism, censorship, and freedom of expression within historical contexts. It is an invaluable piece that sheds light on an important chapter in British history – one marked by political turmoil amidst religious fervor.
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