The Autobiography of a Hunted Priest

By: Father John Gerard

Narrated by: Gareth Armstrong

Jesuit priest John Gerard (1564-1637) hid from English authorities for eight years before his eventual capture and torture in the Tower of London. Risking everything to preserve Catholicism in Tudor England, Gerard moved from house to house, converting many people and evading capture by mere seconds. Following a hair's-breadth escape from the Tower to the continent, he survived to tell his tale and pass on his experience to future missionaries and martyrs in The Autobiography of a Hunted Priest, a fascinating tale of espionage, disguise, priest hunters, invisible ink and brilliantly designed hideouts.

A heroic story of grit and determination, Gerard's autobiography unequivocally captures humanity's courage and resolve in the face of oppression.

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Fantastic Performance of an Inspiring Account

The narrator did a great job here, and you ease into a sort of rhythm with his narration.
Of course this autobiographical account is amazing in its own right. Highly recommend for background listening in particular.

This is how we should feel for this faith

I think every Catholic should read this book so amazing full of adventure and faith

Great story

Very interesting story! The tone seems very modern - incredible it was written 400 years ago!

Excellent

This was even more inspiring than I expected. Not only interesting for my history loving self, but I was inspired by just how holy these people in the middle ages were, just amazing. And shame on England, a stain on her that will last to the end of the world. But I believe that one day she’ll be folded back into the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church