The History of the Popes from the Foundations of the See of Rome to the Present Time V5

""The History of the Popes from the Foundations of the See of Rome to the Present Time V5"" is a comprehensive historical account of the papacy, written by Archibald Bower. This particular volume covers the period from the 16th century up to the present day, detailing the lives and reigns of the popes during this time. Bower provides a detailed analysis of the political, religious, and cultural events that shaped the papacy during this period, including the Protestant Reformation, the Counter-Reformation, and the rise of secularism. The book also examines the role of the papacy in world affairs, including its involvement in European politics, the Crusades, and the colonization of the New World. Overall, ""The History of the Popes from the Foundations of the See of Rome to the Present Time V5"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the papacy.1748. This is Volume V of VII. Bower asserted that he had been a Jesuit and a counselor of the inquisition in Italy, that he had escaped and had become a Protestant. Bower ended up in Scotland, where he was befriended by Lord Lyttelton. Through Lyttelton's influence, he was appointed librarian to the queen, and clerk of the buck-warrants. But, John Douglas, afterwards bishop of Salisbury, published proofs that Bower's story was false and that his works were plagiarized from other authors. He defended himself vigorously so far as his own story was concerned, and gradually completed his History in seven volumes. The book, which was avowedly written against the claims of the see of Rome, is considered by some to have no literary merit. 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.