The Hierarchical Despotism

""The Hierarchical Despotism: Lectures On The Mixture Of Civil And Ecclesiastical Power In The Governments Of The Middle Ages"" is a book written by George Barrell Cheever and published in 1844. The book explores the political and religious systems of the Middle Ages, specifically the way in which civil and ecclesiastical power were intertwined and how this affected the lives of ordinary people. Cheever argues that the hierarchical structure of these systems led to a form of despotism, where the ruling classes had absolute power over their subjects. He also examines the role of the Church in these systems and how it was used to reinforce the power of the ruling classes. The book is a historical analysis of the Middle Ages and provides insights into the political and religious systems that shaped the world during that period. It is a valuable resource for scholars and students of history, politics, and religion.In Illustration Of The Nature And Progress Of Despotism In The Romish 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.