A History of the Inquisition of Spain (Vol. 1-4)


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Henry Charles Lea's 'A History of the Inquisition of Spain' is a comprehensive four-volume work that delves deep into the historical context and religious significance of the Spanish Inquisition. Lea's meticulous research and detailed analysis provide readers with a thorough understanding of this dark period in Spain's history, presenting a scholarly account of the Inquisition's origins, development, and impact on society. Written in a clear and engaging literary style, this book remains a classic study of the Inquisition's complexities and controversies, making it a valuable resource for anyone interested in religious history or historical studies. Henry Charles Lea, an American historian and author, was a leading authority on the Inquisition and the history of the Catholic Church. His in-depth knowledge and passion for uncovering historical truths drove him to write this seminal work, which remains a definitive study on the subject. Lea's expertise and meticulous research are evident in the detailed analysis and nuanced interpretations found throughout the four volumes. I highly recommend 'A History of the Inquisition of Spain' to readers seeking a comprehensive and enlightening exploration of one of the darkest chapters in Spanish history. Henry Charles Lea's authoritative account offers valuable insights into the religious, political, and social dynamics that shaped the Inquisition, making it an essential read for scholars, students, and history enthusiasts alike.




A History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 1 of 4 (Classic Reprint)


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Excerpt from A History of the Inquisition of Spain, Vol. 1 of 4 IN the following pages I have sought to trace, from the original sources as far as Mble, the character and career of an institu tion which exercised no small influence on the fate of Spain and even, one may say, indirectly on the civilised world. The material for this is preserved so superabundantly in the immense Spanish archives that no one writer can pretend to exhaust the subject. There can be no finality in a history resting on so vast a mass of inedited documents and I do not flatter myself that I have accomplished such a result, but I am not without h0pe that what I have drawn from them and from the labors of previous scholars has enabled me to present a fairly accurate survey of one of the most remarkable organizations recorded in human annals. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.




A History of the Inquisition of Spain (Vol. 1-4)


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"A History of the Inquisition of Spain" in 4 volumes is one of the best-known works by the American historian Henry Charles Lea. The Spanish Inquisition (officially known as the "Tribunal of the Holy Office of the Inquisition") was established in 1478 by Catholic Monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. It was intended to maintain Catholic orthodoxy in their kingdoms and to replace the Medieval Inquisition, which was under Papal control. It became the most substantive of the three different manifestations of the wider Catholic Inquisition along with the Roman Inquisition and Portuguese Inquisition. The Inquisition was originally intended primarily to identify heretics among those who converted from Judaism and Islam to Catholicism. The regulation of the faith of newly converted Catholics was intensified after the royal decrees issued in 1492 and 1502 ordering Muslims and Jews to convert to Catholicism or leave Castile. The Inquisition was not definitively abolished until 1834, during the reign of Isabella II, after a period of declining influence in the preceding century. The Spanish Inquisition is often cited in popular literature and history as an example of religious intolerance and repression. This carefully crafted DigiCat ebook is formatted for your eReader with a functional and detailed table of contents.




A History of the Inquisition of Spain; Vol. 1


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Reproduction of the original: A History of the Inquisition of Spain; vol. 1 by Henry Charles Lea




A History of the Inquisition of Spain; Vol. 4


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Reproduction of the original: A History of the Inquisition of Spain; vol. 4 by Henry Charles Lea




A History of the Inquisition of Spain; vol. 3


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Reproduction of the original: A History of the Inquisition of Spain; vol. 3 by Henry Charles Lea




A History of the Inquisition of Spain; Vol. 4


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A History of the Inquisition of Spain; Vol. 1


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Unlike some other reproductions of classic texts (1) We have not used OCR(Optical Character Recognition), as this leads to bad quality books with introduced typos. (2) In books where there are images such as portraits, maps, sketches etc We have endeavoured to keep the quality of these images, so they represent accurately the original artefact. Although occasionally there may be certain imperfections with these old texts, we feel they deserve to be made available for future generations to enjoy.