Publisher's Synopsis
""The History of the Pontificate of Pius IX"" is a book written by Giovanni Battista Nicolini and first published in 1851. The book provides a detailed account of the papacy of Pius IX, who served as the head of the Catholic Church from 1846 to 1878. The book covers a wide range of topics related to the pontificate of Pius IX, including his early life, his election as pope, and his efforts to reform the Catholic Church. It also provides a narrative of the political movements in Italy during the last five years of his pontificate, including the Italian Wars of Independence and the unification of Italy.Throughout the book, Nicolini provides a critical analysis of Pius IX's policies and actions, as well as the broader political and social context of his pontificate. He explores the tensions between the Catholic Church and the emerging liberal and nationalist movements in Italy, and the challenges faced by Pius IX in navigating these complex and often conflicting forces.Overall, ""The History of the Pontificate of Pius IX"" is a comprehensive and insightful account of one of the most significant periods in the history of the Catholic Church and Italy. It remains a valuable resource for scholars and historians interested in the papacy, Italian history, and the broader political and social changes of the 19th century.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.