Publisher's Synopsis
The Antichrist and Pope Joan is a book written by Sabine Baring-Gould, a British scholar, and author. The book is a historical and theological analysis of two controversial figures in Christian history, the Antichrist and Pope Joan. Baring-Gould examines the origins and evolution of the concept of the Antichrist in the Bible and in Christian tradition. He explores the different interpretations of the Antichrist and its role in eschatology, the study of the end of the world. The author also discusses the influence of the Antichrist on popular culture and literature.In the second part of the book, Baring-Gould delves into the legend of Pope Joan, a woman who allegedly disguised herself as a man and became Pope in the 9th century. The author examines the historical evidence and the different versions of the legend, and tries to determine whether Pope Joan was a real person or a fictional character.The Antichrist and Pope Joan is a fascinating and thought-provoking book that sheds light on two controversial and intriguing figures in Christian history. The author's meticulous research and insightful analysis make this book a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the history of Christianity.THIS 36 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Curious Myths of the Middle Ages, by S. Baring-Gould. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 1564596516.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.
