A History Of The Venerable English College, Rome

""A History Of The Venerable English College, Rome: An Account Of Its Origins And Work From The Earliest Times To The Present Day"" is a book written by Francis Aidan Gasquet and published in 1920. The book provides a comprehensive history of the English College in Rome, which was established in the sixteenth century as a seminary for English Catholic priests. Gasquet traces the origins of the college from its founding in 1579 to the present day, describing the various challenges and triumphs that the institution has faced over the centuries. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the college's role in the Counter-Reformation, its involvement in the political and religious struggles of England, and its contributions to the education and formation of generations of Catholic priests. With its detailed historical narrative and richly detailed illustrations, ""A History Of The Venerable English College, Rome"" offers a fascinating insight into the history of one of the most important institutions in the Catholic Church.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.