Isbn: 9780243352814 - La Fiscalité Pontificale En France Au Xive Siècle: Période D'avignon Et Grand Schisme D'occident (classic Reprint) (3 results)

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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the inner workings of the Avignon Papacy, shedding light on its intricate and often arbitrary system of taxation. The author delves into the various taxes levied on the clergy, including tithes, annates, and the right of spoliation. Drawing on a wealth of archival research, the author traces the development of these taxes over time, exploring their historical context and the justifications put forward by the papacy. The book also examines the mechanics of tax collection, providing insights into the role of papal collectors and the complexities of the administrative machinery. Through a meticulous analysis of primary sources, the author uncovers the strategies employed by the papacy to extract revenue from the clergy, often at the expense of local churches and communities. Ultimately, this book offers a nuanced understanding of the financial apparatus that sustained the Avignon Papacy, illuminating its impact on the medieval Church and society. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. …