Eamon Duffy

Eamon Duffy, a distinguished British historian, is renowned for his pivotal work on the religious history of Britain, particularly the Roman Catholic influence during the Reformation. He was born in 1947 in Dundalk, Ireland, and has spent a significant part of his career at the University of Cambridge, where he served as Professor of the History of Christianity. His groundbreaking book, "The Stripping of the Altars," profoundly reshaped understanding of pre-Reformation and Reformation Christianity in England. As a fellow of the British Academy, Duffy continues to contribute to historical scholarship with deep insights and engaging lectures, captivating both academic and popular audiences.