Kelly, J N D
A Dictionary of Popes (Oxford Paperback Reference)
- ISBN 13:
- 9780199295814
- author:
- Kelly, J N D
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- OUP Oxford
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 384
- Dimensions:
- 19.4 x 12.8 x 2.4 cm
- Genre:
- Reference works
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 4 working days
Description
A Dictionary of Popes by J N D Kelly and Michael Walsh provides an in-depth look at every officially recognized pope in history, from St Peter to Pope Benedict XVI. This comprehensive guide covers not only the popes themselves but also their predecessors and rivals, known as antipopes. Each entry includes a detailed account of the pope's family background, social status, and pre-papal career, as well as their activities during their time in office. A unique appendix explores the tradition surrounding female popes, adding an extra layer of depth to this already extensive history. With its chronological arrangement, this dictionary offers a continuous narrative spanning almost 2,000 years, revealing how spiritual and temporal power have been intertwined throughout papal history.
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