Saints and Sinners: A History of the Popes; Third Edition

Author:   Dr Eamon Duffy
Publisher:   Yale University Press
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9781299463684


Pages:   489
Publication Date:   01 January 2006
Format:   Electronic book text
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Saints and Sinners: A History of the Popes; Third Edition


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This engrossing book encompasses the extraordinary history of the papacy, from its beginnings nearly two thousand years ago to the present day. In this new edition, the final chapter has been expanded to cover the last years of John Paul II and the election of Benedict XVI.Praise for the earlier editions: [A] minor masterpiece which is everything good, popular history ought to be. . . . The most comprehensive single-volume history of the popes in print. --John Adamson, Sunday Telegraph Duffy enlivens the long march through church history with anecdotes that bring the different pontiffs to life. . . . Saints and Sinners is a remarkable achievement. --Piers Paul Read, The Times (London) Will fascinate anyone wishing to better understand the history of the Catholic Church and the forces that have shaped the role of the papacy. --Gloria J. Tysl, Christian Century

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Author:   Dr Eamon Duffy
Publisher:   Yale University Press
Imprint:   Yale University Press
ISBN:  

9781299463684


ISBN 10:   1299463681
Pages:   489
Publication Date:   01 January 2006
Audience:   General/trade ,  General
Format:   Electronic book text
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Available To Order   Availability explained
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