Publisher's Synopsis
Pope Alexander The Seventh And The College Of Cardinals is a historical book written by John Bargrave. The book is a detailed account of the life and papacy of Pope Alexander VII, who was the head of the Catholic Church from 1655 to 1667. The author provides an in-depth analysis of the political and religious climate of the time, and the role played by the College of Cardinals in the election of the Pope. The book covers the life of Pope Alexander VII from his early years as a priest to his election as Pope. The author also discusses the various challenges faced by the Pope during his tenure, including the ongoing conflict between the Catholic Church and the Protestant Reformation. The author provides a comprehensive overview of the College of Cardinals and their role in the election of the Pope. He discusses the various factors that influence the election, including political alliances, personal relationships, and religious beliefs. The author also provides insights into the lives of the Cardinals, their backgrounds, and their contributions to the Church.Overall, Pope Alexander The Seventh And The College Of Cardinals is an insightful and informative book that provides a detailed account of the life and papacy of Pope Alexander VII. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the Papacy, and the College of Cardinals.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.
