A History of the Papacy from the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome V4

""A History of the Papacy from the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome V4"" is a comprehensive book written by Mandell Creighton. The book chronicles the history of the Papacy from the Great Schism in 1378 to the Sack of Rome in 1527. It explores the political, social, and religious factors that shaped the Papacy during this period, including the rise of the Renaissance, the Protestant Reformation, and the conflicts between the Papacy and secular powers.The book is divided into several sections, each focusing on a specific period in Papal history. It begins with the Great Schism, which saw two rival Popes vying for power, and ends with the Sack of Rome, a brutal attack on the city by the forces of Emperor Charles V.Throughout the book, Creighton provides detailed accounts of the major events and personalities that shaped the Papacy during this period. He explores the lives of Popes such as Martin V, Julius II, and Leo X, and examines their impact on the Church and the wider world. He also delves into the lives of other key figures, including reformers, artists, and political leaders.Overall, ""A History of the Papacy from the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome V4"" is a fascinating and informative book that offers a deep insight into the history of the Papacy during a period of great change and upheaval. It is essential reading for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the Renaissance, or the Reformation.1903. Volume Four of Six. Creighton writes in the Preface: My aim in this book is to bring together materials for a judgment of the change which came over Europe in the sixteenth century, to which the name of The Reformation is loosely given. I have attempted to do this from a strictly historical point of view, -by which I mean that I have contented myself with watching events and noting the gradual development of affairs. I have taken the history of the Papacy as the central point for my investigation, because it gives the largest opportunity for a survey of European affairs as a whole. Contents: Book V. The Italian Princes: Paul II.; Paul II in His Relations to Literature and Art; Sixtus IV. and the Republic of Florence; Italian Wars of Sixtus IV; Innocent VIII; Beginnings of Alexander VI; Charles VIII in Italy; Alexander VI and Fra Girolamo Savonarola; and Alexander VI and the Papal States. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.