The Papal Monarchy From St. Gregory the Great to Boniface VIII (590-1303)

The Papal Monarchy From St. Gregory the Great to Boniface VIII (590-1303) is a comprehensive historical account of the development of the papacy as a political and religious institution from the time of St. Gregory the Great to the reign of Boniface VIII. The book is written by William Barry, a renowned historian and theologian, and provides a detailed analysis of the papacy's rise to power and its influence on European politics and culture during the Middle Ages.The book is divided into three parts, each covering a distinct period in papal history. Part one examines the early years of the papacy, from the time of St. Gregory the Great to the reign of Charlemagne. Part two focuses on the high Middle Ages, including the Crusades and the Investiture Controversy, while part three covers the decline of the papacy and the rise of the Avignon papacy.Throughout the book, Barry provides a nuanced analysis of the role of the papacy in shaping European history, including its influence on the development of law, theology, and culture. He also explores the complex relationships between the papacy and secular rulers, as well as the tensions between the papacy and other religious institutions, such as the Orthodox Church.Overall, The Papal Monarchy From St. Gregory the Great to Boniface VIII (590-1303) is a detailed and insightful exploration of the papacy's role in shaping European history during the Middle Ages. It will be of interest to scholars and students of history, theology, and religious studies, as well as anyone interested in the development of 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.