Publisher's Synopsis
The History of the Holy Catholic Inquisition is a book written by Cyrus Mason that provides a detailed account of the infamous Inquisition that took place in the Catholic Church during the 16th century. The book is divided into several chapters that cover different aspects of the Inquisition, including its origins, the methods used to interrogate and punish heretics, and the impact it had on the Church and society as a whole.The author begins by exploring the historical context that led to the creation of the Inquisition, including the rise of Protestantism and the challenges it posed to the Catholic Church. He then delves into the various methods used by the Inquisitors to extract confessions from suspects, such as torture and the use of informants. Mason also examines the role of the Inquisition in shaping the Church's doctrine and its influence on the political and social landscape of Europe.Throughout the book, Mason provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on the Inquisition, acknowledging its many flaws and excesses while also highlighting its successes in preserving the unity and orthodoxy of the Catholic Church. He also explores the legacy of the Inquisition, including its impact on religious freedom and its lasting influence on the Catholic Church.Overall, The History of the Holy Catholic Inquisition offers a comprehensive and insightful look at one of the most controversial and consequential events in the history of the Catholic Church.1835. The present is the right time for a popular history of the inquisition, one of the favorite instruments of the Romish church for the preservation of the faith by the destruction of heretics. Such a history is contained in the manuscript now before the reader. It will be found admirably adapted to the capacity of the youthful readers of this country.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.
