Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of the Jesuits V2: To Which Is Prefixed A Reply to Mr. Dallas's Defense of That Order"" is a historical account of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order that was founded in the 16th century. Written by John Poynder, the book is the second volume in a series that covers the history of the Jesuits from their origins to the 19th century. The book begins with a detailed response to a defense of the Jesuits written by Alexander Dallas, a lawyer and politician who had argued that the order was unfairly targeted by its critics. Poynder counters Dallas's arguments by presenting evidence of the Jesuits' controversial activities, including their involvement in political intrigue and their alleged attempts to undermine Protestantism. The rest of the book provides a chronological account of the Jesuits' history, from their founding by Ignatius of Loyola to their suppression by Pope Clement XIV in 1773. Poynder draws on a wide range of sources, including official records, correspondence, and eyewitness accounts, to provide a detailed and comprehensive picture of the Jesuits' activities and influence throughout Europe and beyond. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Jesuits or the Catholic Church in the early modern period.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.
