The Society Of Jesus

""The Society of Jesus: From the Foundation of the Order to its Suppression in 1773"" by Richard Smith is a comprehensive historical account of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order founded in the 16th century by Saint Ignatius of Loyola. The book covers the origins of the Jesuits, their growth and expansion throughout Europe and beyond, their role in the Counter-Reformation, and their involvement in political and social affairs. It also delves into the controversies and conflicts that the Jesuits faced, including accusations of political intrigue and suppression by various European monarchs. The book concludes with the suppression of the Jesuits by Pope Clement XIV in 1773, and the subsequent restoration of the order in the 19th century. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, religious orders, and European history in general.""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.