Publisher's Synopsis
""The Life and Contemporaneous Church History of Antonio de Dominis, Archbishop of Spalatro"" is a historical biography written by Henry Newland. The book focuses on the life of Antonio de Dominis, who was a prominent figure in the Catholic Church during the 17th century. De Dominis was the Archbishop of Spalatro and played a key role in the Counter-Reformation, which aimed to reform the Catholic Church in response to the Protestant Reformation. The book provides a detailed account of de Dominis' life, from his early years in Croatia to his rise in the Church hierarchy. It also explores his theological beliefs and the controversies he faced during his career. The author uses a variety of sources, including de Dominis' own writings, to paint a vivid picture of the Archbishop's life and times. In addition to de Dominis' personal story, the book also provides a broader history of the Catholic Church during the 17th century. It examines the political and social context in which de Dominis lived and worked, and discusses the major events and figures of the time. Overall, ""The Life and Contemporaneous Church History of Antonio de Dominis, Archbishop of Spalatro"" is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers valuable insights into the history of the Catholic Church and the Counter-Reformation.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.
