Publisher's Synopsis
The Latin Church in the Middle Ages is a historical book written by Andre Lagarde that provides a comprehensive overview of the development of the Latin Church during the medieval period. The book covers various aspects of the Church's history, such as its organization, structure, and role in society. It also explores the Church's relationship with secular authorities, the emergence of different religious orders, and the impact of the Crusades on the Church's development. The book also delves into the theological debates and controversies that shaped the Church's doctrines and practices during this period. Lagarde draws on a wide range of primary sources, including papal documents, chronicles, and theological treatises, to provide a nuanced and insightful analysis of the Latin Church's history. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the medieval Church and its lasting impact on Western civilization.1915. Contents: expansion of the Latin Church; Christian life, sacraments and devotions; history of the monastic life; pontifical election; pontifical state; papacy and the Empire; political advance of the papacy; religious advance of the papacy; pontifical exchequer; Episcopal elections; ecclesiastical celibacy; speculative heresies; antisacerdotal heresies; conflict with the infidelity and heresy, crusades, inquisition, councils; ecclesiastical studies; ecclesiastical writers.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.
