The History of the Inquisition Of Spain From The Time Of Its Establishment To The Reign Of Ferdinand VII

""The History of the Inquisition of Spain"" by D. Jean Antoine Llorente is a comprehensive account of the establishment and reign of the Spanish Inquisition. The book covers the period from the establishment of the Inquisition in the late 15th century under the Catholic monarchs, Ferdinand and Isabella, to the reign of Ferdinand VII in the early 19th century. Llorente, a former secretary of the Inquisition, provides a detailed and well-researched account of the Inquisition's origins, its methods, and its impact on Spanish society. He covers topics such as the Inquisition's role in the expulsion of the Jews and the Moors from Spain, its persecution of Protestants and other religious minorities, and its impact on the Spanish economy and culture. The book also includes a discussion of the Inquisition's decline and eventual abolition in the 19th century. Overall, ""The History of the Inquisition of Spain"" is an important work for anyone interested in the history of the Inquisition, Spanish history, or the history of religious persecution.Composed From The Original Documents Of The Archives Of The Supreme Council And From Those Of Subordinate Tribunals Of The Holy Office. The Author, A Catholic Scholar And Historian, Had Been Secretary-General Of The Inquisition From 1789 To 1791; When The Inquisition Was Abolished After The French Invasion Of Spain In 1808, He Was Selected To Supervise The Opening Of The Archives And To Write The Official History Of The Inquisition.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.