History of the Catholic Church, Vol. 1: From the Renaissance to the French Revolution (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Maccaffrey

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 0484189352 ISBN 13: 9780484189354

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

Synopsis

From Renaissance debates to the birth of modern Europe, discover how the Catholic Church answered crisis with reform and resolve.

This volume, part of a broader history, traces the rise of the Counter-Reformation from the late medieval era through the Council of Trent. It shows how Popes, bishops, and scholars responded to calls for reform, clarified Catholic doctrine, and strengthened ecclesiastical discipline in the face of widespread upheaval. The narrative ties theological debates to political currents, revealing how national interests and imperial politics shaped religious change.

• Learn how the Council of Trent redefined church life, discipline, and catechesis.
• Meet the reforming popes who steered Rome and Europe through turbulent times.
• See how philosophy, science, and humanist thought interacted with Catholic teaching.
• Understand the tensions between church authority, royal power, and private judgment during the Reformation era.

Ideal for readers of church history who want a clear account of the forces shaping Catholic renewal and its long-term impact on European society.

Edition details

• Publisher: Forgotten Books
• Publication date: 2018
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0484189352
• ISBN 13: 9780484189354
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 448