The Jesuits And Other Essays

By Willis Probyn-Nevins

Book Overview

The Jesuits and Other Essays is a collection of essays written by Willis Nevins and originally published in 1874. The book primarily focuses on the history and influence of the Jesuits, a Catholic religious order founded in the 16th century. Nevins provides a detailed account of the Jesuits' founding, their missionary work, and their role in various historical events, such as the Counter-Reformation and the suppression of the Society of Jesus in the 18th century. In addition to the essays on the Jesuits, the book also includes essays on other topics, such as the history of the papacy, the Protestant Reformation, and the French Revolution. Nevins offers his own opinions and interpretations of these events, and provides a critical analysis of the actions of various historical figures.Overall, The Jesuits and Other Essays is a comprehensive and informative work that provides insight into the history of the Jesuits and their impact on world events. It is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the religious conflicts of the past.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: 1437290000
• ISBN13: 9781437290004
• Release Date: November 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.58 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"