Records Of The Spanish Inquisition (1828)

Records of the Spanish Inquisition is a historical book written by Samuel G. Goodrich in 1828. The book is a comprehensive account of the Spanish Inquisition, which was established in the late 15th century by the Catholic Monarchs of Spain to maintain Catholic orthodoxy in their kingdoms. The book is divided into several chapters, each of which covers a different aspect of the Inquisition. Goodrich provides an overview of the history of the Inquisition, its structure, and its methods of operation. He also discusses the various groups that were targeted by the Inquisition, including Jews, Muslims, Protestants, and other non-Catholic groups. The book contains many primary source documents, including transcripts of trials and confessions of those accused of heresy. Goodrich also includes descriptions of the punishments that were inflicted on those found guilty, such as imprisonment, torture, and execution. Overall, Records of the Spanish Inquisition is an important historical document that sheds light on one of the most controversial and brutal periods in European history. It provides a detailed and objective account of the Inquisition, its methods, and its impact on the people of Spain and beyond.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.