The Book of the Popes: Liber Pontificalis is a historical book written by Louise Ropes Loomis. It is a comprehensive account of the lives and reigns of the popes from St. Peter to the 15th century. The book is based on the Liber Pontificalis, a collection of biographies of the popes that was compiled in the 6th century. The book is divided into two parts. The first part provides an overview of the Liber Pontificalis and its history. It also discusses the sources used in compiling the book and the methods used to verify the accuracy of the information presented. The second part of the book contains the biographies of the popes, arranged chronologically. Each biography includes information on the pope's birthplace, family background, education, and early life. It also covers their election to the papacy, their major accomplishments during their reign, and any controversies or challenges they faced. The book also includes information on the political and social climate of the time, as well as the major events that occurred during each pope's reign. The Book of the Popes: Liber Pontificalis is an important resource for anyone interested in the history of the papacy and the Catholic Church. It provides a detailed and comprehensive account of the lives and reigns of the popes, and is a valuable reference for scholars and historians.I. To The Pontificate Of Gregory I.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.
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