Hus the Heretic (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781169694408)

""Hus the Heretic"" is a historical fiction novel written by Poggius the Papist. The book is set in the early 15th century and tells the story of Jan Hus, a Czech priest who became a controversial figure due to his criticisms of the Catholic Church. The novel follows Hus' journey as he challenges the Church's teachings and practices, ultimately leading to his excommunication and execution. The book is written from the perspective of Poggius, a loyal member of the Catholic Church who is sent to investigate Hus and his followers. Poggius initially views Hus as a dangerous heretic, but as he spends time with him and learns more about his beliefs, he begins to question his own faith and the actions of the Church. Throughout the novel, Poggius and Hus engage in philosophical debates about the nature of God, the role of the Church, and the importance of individual conscience. The book also explores the political tensions of the time, including the power struggles between the Holy Roman Empire and the papacy. Overall, ""Hus the Heretic"" is a thought-provoking novel that raises important questions about faith, authority, and the search for truth. It offers a nuanced portrayal of a complex historical figure and sheds light on a fascinating period in European history.1930. The infallibility of the Pope at the Council of Constance: the trial of Hus, his sentence and death at the stake, in two letters by a member of the Council Fra Poggius to his friend and brother in Christ, Leonhard Nikolai.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: Poggius the Papist
ISBN-10: 1169694403
ISBN-13: 9781169694408
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 104
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.19lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.31d