A History Of The Inquisition Of Spain V1 (1906) (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436550079)

""A History of the Inquisition of Spain V1"" is a comprehensive book written by Henry Charles Lea in 1906. The book provides a detailed account of the Spanish Inquisition, which was a tribunal established in the late 15th century to identify and punish heretics, Jews, and Muslims who had converted to Christianity but were suspected of secretly practicing their former religions. Lea's book explores the origins and development of the Inquisition, including its relationship with the Catholic Church and the Spanish monarchy. The book also delves into the methods and procedures used by the Inquisition to identify and punish heretics, including the use of torture and the confiscation of property. Lea's research is based on primary sources, including Inquisition records and contemporary accounts of the tribunal's activities. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different periods of the Inquisition's history, from its establishment in the late 15th century to its decline in the 18th century. Overall, ""A History of the Inquisition of Spain V1"" is a seminal work that provides a comprehensive and detailed account of one of the most significant religious tribunals in European history. The book is considered a classic in the field of history and is a valuable resource for scholars, students, and anyone interested in the history of Spain or the Catholic Church.In Four Volumes.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.

Author: Henry Charles Lea
ISBN-10: 1436550076
ISBN-13: 9781436550079
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/02/2008
Pages: 640
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 2.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.56d