Explore the late Renaissance papacy’s reach—from Rome’s streets to Europe’s thrones.
This volume surveys the later centuries of the papal era, drawing on secret archives and original sources to illuminate how popes shaped politics, religion, and urban life. Spanning from high-stakes religious reform to grand architectural projects, it offers a clear, accessible map of a complex era.
In this edition, you’ll discover how Sixtus V reshaped Rome with sweeping street plans, monumental fountains, and new roads that transformed the city’s center and daily life. The narrative also traces Catholic revival across Germany, the Netherlands, Hungary, and Switzerland through the work of nunciatures, bishops, and Jesuits, showing how the Church sought to defend and spread its influence.Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
The History of the Popes, from the Close of the Middle A ges: Drawn from the Secret Archives of the Vatican and Other Original Sources was written by Ludwig Pastor and Freiherr Von in 1932. This is a 490 page book, containing 180387 words. Search Inside is enabled for this title.
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Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the tumultuous world of 16th century Europe, focusing on the Papacy and its role in the political and religious landscape of the time. The author meticulously examines the lives and reigns of several Popes, including Sixtus V, Urban VII, Gregory XIV, and Innocent IX. Through an examination of historical records, including the Vatican Archives, the author provides insights into the complex relationships between the Papacy, European monarchs, and the Catholic Church. The book explores the political machinations surrounding the execution of Mary, Queen of Scots, and the Spanish Armadaââ â¢s defeat, highlighting the interplay of religious ideology, political ambition, and power struggles that defined the era. The author reveals how these events shaped the future of Catholicism in England, particularly the challenges faced by Catholics under Elizabeth Iââ â¢s reign. The book also sheds light on the Catholic Reformationââ â¢s efforts to regain ground in Germany and the Netherlands, analyzing the work of papal nuncios and the role of the Jesuit order in these regions. Through a detailed examination of these efforts, the book exposes the intricate complexities of religious reform and the tensions that arose between the Papacy and secular rulers. This in-depth study offers a fascinating glimpse into a pivotal period in European history, showcasing the intricate web of religious, political, and social forces that shaped the fate of the Catholic Church and the continent. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781440038198_0
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