On Papal Conclaves (1868)

By William Cornwallis Cartwright

Book Overview

On Papal Conclaves is a historical book written by William C. Cartwright in 1868. The book provides a comprehensive account of the process and procedures of papal conclaves, which are the gatherings of cardinals to elect a new pope. It covers the history of papal elections, the rules and regulations that govern the conclave, the role of the cardinals, and the various stages of the election process. The author also discusses the political and social factors that influence the outcome of the election and provides insights into the personalities of the various popes who were elected through the centuries. Overall, On Papal Conclaves is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and workings of the Catholic Church.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163899046
• ISBN13: 9781163899045
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.74 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.0" x 9.0"