Publisher's Synopsis
""A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages V1"" by Henry C. Lea is a comprehensive and detailed account of the Inquisition during the Middle Ages. This book is the first volume of a three-part series that explores the origins, development, and impact of the Inquisition on European society. The book begins with an introduction that provides an overview of the Inquisition and its historical context. It then delves into the early history of the Inquisition, including its origins in the 12th century and its establishment by Pope Gregory IX in the 13th century. The author also discusses the role of the Inquisition in the suppression of heresy and the persecution of religious minorities, such as Jews and Muslims.The book goes on to explore the various methods used by the Inquisition to identify and punish heretics, including torture, imprisonment, and execution. The author also examines the role of the Inquisition in the political and social developments of the Middle Ages, including the rise of the nation-state and the decline of feudalism.Throughout the book, Lea provides detailed accounts of specific cases and individuals involved in the Inquisition, as well as the social and cultural context in which they operated. The author draws on a wide range of primary sources, including papal bulls, trial records, and contemporary accounts, to provide a nuanced and detailed account of the Inquisition.Overall, ""A History of the Inquisition of the Middle Ages V1"" is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of the Inquisition, the Middle Ages, or the development of European society more broadly.1888. Lea, an American historian, devoted himself to research, mainly on church history in the later middle ages, and his literary reputation rests on the important books he produced on this subject. However, his great contribution was his originality and his profound influence in impressing on American historians the importance of direct study of sources. This is Volume I of III. Contents: The Church; Heresy; The Cathari; The Albigensian Crusades; Persecution; The Mendicant Orders; The Inquisition Founded; Organization; The Inquisitorial Process; Evidence; The Defense; The Sentence; Confiscation; and The Stake. See other works by this author available from Kessinger Publishing. Vol. 2 ISBN 0766188949, Vol. 3 ISBN 0766188957.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.
