The Life and Times of Sixtus the Fifth V1

By Joseph Alexander Hubner

Book Overview

The Life and Times of Sixtus the Fifth V2 (1872) is a historical biography written by Joseph Alexander Hubner. The book is the second volume of a two-part series that explores the life and reign of Pope Sixtus V, who served as the head of the Catholic Church from 1585 to 1590. The book covers Sixtus V's early life, his education, and his rise to power within the Church. It also delves into his policies and reforms, including his efforts to improve the infrastructure of Rome, his attempts to curb corruption within the Church, and his contributions to the Counter-Reformation. Hubner provides a detailed account of the political and religious landscape of Sixtus V's time, including the conflicts and alliances between various European powers and the influence of the Jesuits and other religious orders. The book also explores the impact of Sixtus V's reign on the Church and on the wider world, including his role in shaping the modern papacy. Overall, The Life and Times of Sixtus the Fifth V2 (1872) is a comprehensive and engaging biography that offers readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and legacy of one of the most influential popes in history.In Two Volumes.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: 116512582X
• ISBN13: 9781165125821
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 418 Pages
• Weight: 1.57 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 7.5" x 9.3"