The Life And Pontificate Of Gregory The Seventh

By Roger Greisley

Book Overview

The Life and Pontificate of Gregory the Seventh is a comprehensive biography of Pope Gregory VII, written by Roger Gresley. The book delves into the life of Gregory, who was a significant figure in the Catholic Church during the 11th century. The author explores the political and religious landscape of the time, detailing the events leading up to Gregory's election as pope, his reforms, and his conflicts with secular rulers.Gresley provides insight into Gregory's early life, his education, and his rise through the ranks of the Church. He also examines the major events of Gregory's pontificate, including his excommunication of King Henry IV, the Investiture Controversy, and the Council of Clermont. The author presents a balanced view of Gregory, highlighting both his accomplishments and his flaws.The book is well-researched and provides a detailed account of the historical context in which Gregory lived and worked. Gresley draws on a wide range of primary and secondary sources, including papal documents, letters, and contemporary accounts. The writing is clear and engaging, making the book accessible to both scholars and general readers interested in Church history.Overall, The Life and Pontificate of Gregory the Seventh is an important contribution to the study of medieval Church history. It sheds light on the life and legacy of one of the most influential popes in history and provides a fascinating glimpse into the political and religious turmoil of the time.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: 1163244163
• ISBN13: 9781163244166
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 380 Pages
• Weight: 1.12 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"