The Oxford Dictionary of Popes - Couverture souple

Kelly, J N D; Walsh, Michael

Couverture souple

ISBN 10 : 0199295816 ISBN 13 : 9780199295814

Editeur : Oxford University Press, 2010

Synopsis

This acclaimed papal Who's Who contains updated biographical accounts of all the popes from St Peter to Pope Benedict XVI. Arranged chronologically it provides a continuous history of the papacy as well as their irregularly elected rivals (the so-called antipopes). It is fully indexed for quick reference and includes recommended further reading.

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Présentation de l'éditeur

This fascinating dictionary gives concise accounts of every officially recognized pope in history, from St Peter to Pope Benedict XVI, as well as all of their irregularly elected rivals, the so-called antipopes. Each pope and antipope's entry covers his family and social background and pre-papal career as well as his activities in office. Also, an appendix provides a detailed discussion and analysis of the tradition that there has been a female pope. This new edition reflects the very latest in papal research and contains additional information in the further reading sections of each entry, making the book an even more useful starting place for research into specific pontiffs. The entries are arranged chronologically making this a continuous history of the papacy over almost 2,000 years. It reveals how, for much of that history, spiritual and temporal power have been inextricably mingled in the person of the pope. A fascinating read for students of theology and history, as well as the general reader with an interest in Christian history.

Revue de presse

Review from previous edition invaluable and much needed (Guardian)

well-researched, extremely well written, and a delightful exercise in its own right...an entertaining read for those of any religion or of none (Church Times)

very much a book to read or browse in as well as one to consult (New York Times)

ought to be on the reference shelf of any civilized person of any faith or none...not merely a dictionary but an agreeable bedside read (Hampstead and Highgate Express)

Détails de l'édition

• Éditeur: Oxford University Press
• Date d'édition: 2010
• ISBN 10: 0199295816
• ISBN 13: 9780199295814
• Reliure: Broché
• Langue: anglais
• Numéro d'édition: 2
• Nombre de pages: 353