A History of the Papacy V3, the Italian Princes, 1464-1518: During the Period of the Reformation (1887)

""A History of the Papacy V3, The Italian Princes, 1464-1518: During the Period of the Reformation"" is a book written by Mandell Creighton and first published in 1887. This is the third volume in a series that explores the history of the papacy, focusing on the period between 1464 and 1518. During this time, the papacy was heavily influenced by Italian princes, who were vying for power and control over the Church. The book provides a detailed account of the political and religious landscape of Italy during this period, and how it affected the papacy. It covers the reigns of several popes, including Sixtus IV, Innocent VIII, Alexander VI, and Julius II. The author delves into the complex relationships between the papacy and the various Italian states, as well as the impact of the Reformation on the Catholic Church. Mandell Creighton was a respected historian and scholar of the Church of England. His book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive overview of the papacy during this important period in European history. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the papacy, or the Italian Renaissance.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.