A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages (Vol. 1-3) (eBook)
1829 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654771888-8 (EAN)
Lese- und Medienproben
As an eminent American historian specializing in the history of the church and an incisive critic of ecclesiastical power, Lea was uniquely positioned to undertake this formidable analysis. His dedication to objective scholarship and unwavering commitment to historiographical rigor shine through in the depth of his research and the breadth of perspectives scrutinized. Lea embarked on this historical expedition with the intention not only to chronicle the events associated with the Inquisition but to interrogate the intellectual underpinnings and social conditions that sustained such a formidable mechanism of control. His nuanced approach to the complex historical subject matter was heavily informed by his advocacy for historical truth and the interpretive challenges of his time.
'A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages' invites those with a keen interest in medieval history, church history, and the sociology of religion to explore the intricate dynamics of power, belief, and sociopolitical structures of the time. Through Lea's erudite synthesis, readers receive not just a recounting of historical events but a critical examination of a pivotal period that shaped modern religious and legal conceptions. This book is recommended for scholars and students looking for a fundamental but critical understanding of the Inquisition's role in shaping medieval European history and its enduring legacy on the evolution of jurisprudence and religious thought.
Henry Charles Lea (1825–1909) was an eminent American historian specializing in the ecclesiastical and institutional narrative of medieval Europe. Born in Philadelphia to a prominent family, Lea did not pursue formal higher education; instead, he cultivated his scholarly pursuits through independent study, becoming a prolific author and a respected expert in his field. His meticulous research and unwavering commitment to fact-driven history allowed him to produce comprehensive works that significantly impacted historical scholarship. His magnum opus, 'A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages' (1888), is a seminal work in three volumes that exhaustively details the operational mechanics, societal influence, and far-reaching impacts of the Inquisition. His treatment of the subject is notable for its rigor and objectivity, drawing upon an extensive array of original sources. His other significant works include 'Superstition and Force' (1866), 'Studies in Church History' (1869), 'The Moriscos of Spain' (1901), and 'The Inquisition in the Spanish Dependencies' (1907), all of which underscore his mastery over the narrative of religious and legal institutions of the past. Lea's literary style is characterized by scholarly precision and a dense yet insightful approach to historical events, eschewing embellishment in favor of factual clarity. His contributions to historical methodology and the historiography of medieval institutions remain pertinent to scholars to this day.
Erscheint lt. Verlag | 11.11.2023 |
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Verlagsort | Prague |
Sprache | englisch |
Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Mittelalter |
Schlagworte | Bible • Catholic Church history • David Hume • Divided by Faith • European history scholarship • Henry Charles Lea • historical inquisition analysis • How Jesus Became God • inquisition historical accounts • medieval church authority • Medieval History • medieval religious trials • middle ages europe • religious persecution history • The Black Death • The Color of Compromise • The Cross and the Lynching Tree • The Great Mortality • The Mirror and The Light • The Templars |
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