History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution…
"History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution" by Rev. James MacCaffrey is a historical account likely written in the early 20th century. This work aims to explore the development and dynamics of the Catholic Church during a significant transitional period, specifically from the Renaissance through to the French Revolution. MacCaffrey's thorough analysis focuses on key religious and political events, including the impact of royal absolutism and shifts
in ecclesiastical authority. The opening of the text discusses the religious condition of England before the Reformation, highlighting the era marked by the rise of Henry VII. It examines the gradual decline of aristocratic power and the subsequent establishment of Tudor absolutism under Henry VIII. Furthermore, it portrays the complexities of Henry VIII's reign, particularly in relation to his marriage to Catharine of Aragon, and the political maneuvering that led to the English Reformation. The text argues against the common perception of a poorly educated populace, detailing the existing educational institutions and the general religious sentiments of the time, setting the stage for the broader transformations that would follow in England’s religious landscape. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | MacCaffrey, James, 1875-1935 |
|---|---|
| Title | History of the Catholic Church from the Renaissance to the French Revolution — Volume 2 |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 51.9 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Catholic Church -- History -- Modern period, 1500- |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 2455 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-02455-4 |
| Release Date | Jan 1, 2001 |
| Last Update | Apr 3, 2015 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 708 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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