Publisher's Synopsis
The Inquisition: A Political and Military Study of Its Establishment by Nickerson, Hoffman is a comprehensive exploration of the origins, development, and impact of the infamous Inquisition. The book delves into the political and military context in which the Inquisition was established, tracing its roots back to the medieval church and the rise of the papacy. It examines the role of the Inquisition in consolidating power for the Catholic Church, as well as its use as a tool of political control and suppression of dissent.The authors provide a detailed analysis of the Inquisition's organization and operations, including its use of torture and other brutal methods to extract confessions from supposed heretics. They also explore the impact of the Inquisition on the wider social, cultural, and political landscape of Europe, including its influence on the development of modern legal systems and the emergence of secularism.Drawing on a wealth of primary sources and scholarly research, The Inquisition offers a nuanced and insightful perspective on one of the most controversial and enduring institutions in Western history. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, medieval Europe, and the evolution of political and legal systems.1923. The author describes how the Albigensian Crusade led to the Inquisition. With two maps, a bibliography, and a preface by Hilaire Belloc. The author also discusses the relevance of the historical lessons of this period to American prohibition. Contents: Mediaeval recovery of civilization; Languedoc and the Albigenses; Preliminaries of the Crusade; Albigensian Crusade - The early war; Albigensian Crusade - Muret and its sequel; Mendicant Orders and the Inquisition; Epilogue on prohibition.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.
