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Bishop Doyle Bishop a Biographical and Historical Study (Classic Reprint) - Couverture souple

Michael Macdonagh

 
9781332402632: Bishop Doyle Bishop a Biographical and Historical Study (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A focused biography and history of Bishop Doyle, set against the struggle for Catholic emancipation in Ireland.

The book explores Doyle’s firm stance on church funding and civil authority, including his opposition to government-paid priests and his preference for a parish-based, locally controlled model. It also delves into the broader political debates of the era, such as the push for emancipation and the contrasting approaches of Daniel O’Connell and other reformers.


Drawing on letters and contemporary commentary, the work sheds light on the complexities of Irish religious life, civil policy, and the balance between church independence and national progress. It presents Doyle as a key figure whose views helped shape how clergy funding and church-state relations were discussed in the early 1800s.



  • Clear explanation of Doyle’s positions on state endowment versus parish responsibility

  • Context for debates around emancipation and Catholic rights

  • Comparative portraits of Doyle, O’Connell, and other leaders

  • Insight into 19th‑century Irish politics and church life


Ideal for readers of Irish history, religious studies, and biographies seeking a grounded, accessible portrait of a pivotal era.

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