The Modern Papacy Since 1789 (Longman History of the Papacy)
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| Rating | : | 4.73 (904 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0582096294 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 296 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 0000-00-00 |
| Language | : | English |
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Mark A. Trauernicht said One of the best. This is a great appraisal of a difficult period faced by the Papacy--the modern period. Coppa steers clear of following a "liberal" or a "conservative" approach (all too common in works of this kind) to the role of the Papacy in the modern world. He sticks to the facts and presents the questions and controversies in an unbiased style, for which he should be commended. And he does so in a very readable "I couldn't put it down" style.The book is arranged chronologically
The text considers the Papal response to major events including the French Revolution, the unification of Italy and Germany and the two World Wars. This initial volume runs from the French Revolution to the fall of the Soviet Union. It explores such contentious issues as the relations of the Vatican with the fascist powers, and the "silence" of Pius XII in the face of the Holocaust, and offers a fresh perspoective on international relations since the beginning of the 19th century.. This survey launches a major five-volume series exploring the history of the papacy. Its cent
He is the author of "The Life and Pontificate of Pope Pius XII: Between History and Controversy", among other books on the papacy. . John s University. About the Author Frank J. Coppa is professor emeritus of history and director of doctoral studies in modern world history at St
John s University. Frank J. . Coppa is professor emeritus of history and director of doctoral studies in modern world history at St. He is the author of "The Life and Pontificate of Pope Pius XII: Between History and Controversy", among other books on the papacy