History of the Inquisition (Classic Reprint): From Its Establishment Till the Present Time: From Its Establishment Till the Present Time (Classic Reprint) - Softcover

William Sime

 
9781330608326: History of the Inquisition (Classic Reprint): From Its Establishment Till the Present Time: From Its Establishment Till the Present Time (Classic Reprint)

Synopsis

A clear, comprehensive history of the Inquisition from its beginnings to its lasting effect on society.

This book traces how the Inquisition emerged, spread across countries, and shaped religious and political life. It presents a careful, evidence-based portrait of a controversial institution and its long shadow in world history.

Readers will encounter how the Inquisition operated, the forces that sustained it, and the human costs involved. The work combines documentary detail with analysis of its impact on literature, science, and civil liberties.

  • Founding moments and key figures in the spread of inquisitorial power
  • Descriptions of procedures, punishments, and courtroom practices
  • Accounts of major centers in Europe and beyond, including Seville and Goa
  • Discussion of the modern implications for religion, law, and society

Ideal for history readers and those curious about how legal systems influence culture, this edition offers a thorough, accessible overview of a turbulent chapter in world history.

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It has been the aim of the writer to condense as much information Within a small compass as possible. Not a few cases of well-attested individual suffering have also been introduced, illustrative of the various topics brought forward in the course of the work.

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There is nothing intrinsic linking any religion with any act of violence. The crusades don't prove that Christianity was violent. The Inquisition doesn't prove that Christianity tortures people. But that Christianity did torture people. Salman Rushdie

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