This abundantly illustrated book encompasses the extraordinary history of the papacy; from its beginnings nearly two thousand years ago to the reign of Pope John Paul II."Duffy offers a comprehensive overview of the 2;000-year history of the papacy. . . . This digestible survey provides a compelling introduction to one of the most durable and significant institutions to influence the course of Western civilization."—Booklist"As [Duffy] works his way through the papal roll of honour and dishonour; he is always careful to re-create the political; social and economic background to different reigns. He eschews opaque ecclesiastical jargon and; where a theological or doctrinal dispute has to be explained; he does so in a way that even those unversed in biblical concepts or Christian history will immediately grasp. . . . [An] outstanding work of popular scholarship."—Peter Stanford; The Daily Telegraph
#2228202 in Books John Lukacs 2003-10-01Original language:EnglishPDF # 1 8.50 x .55 x 5.51l; .60 #File Name: 0300101619240 pagesAt the end of an age
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Exceptional; worthy of reading and re-readingBy J SantiagoThis is to my mind; an exceptional work by a sage historian of many decades; reminiscing on our current state. I have bought it and read and re-read it many times and it just gets better.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Prolific author. No wasted time ever when reading Lukacs.By hunter greenThe observations of an intellectual on the changes noted in the 20th century. A real piece of his mind.1 of 1 people found the following review helpful. Excellent; didactive workBy Peter M SolstadPrior to reading this work I recommend reading Dr. Lukacs's; Remembered Past. Like all of his previous writing; it is instructively brilliant.
