A History Of The Inquisition Of Spain V2 (1907) Hardback - 2010

""A History of the Inquisition of Spain V2"" is a historical book written by Henry Charles Lea and published in 1907. The book provides a detailed account of the Spanish Inquisition, which was established in the late 15th century by the Catholic monarchs Ferdinand II of Aragon and Isabella I of Castile. The book is the second volume of the two-part series and covers the period from the 16th century to the end of the Inquisition in the early 19th century. The author explores the political, social, and religious context in which the Inquisition operated and examines the methods used by the Inquisitors to enforce orthodoxy and punish heresy. Lea also provides an in-depth analysis of the impact of the Inquisition on Spanish society, including its effects on the economy, culture, and intellectual life of the country. The book is based on extensive research and draws on a wide range of primary sources, including official records, trial transcripts, and contemporary accounts. It is considered a seminal work in the field of Spanish history and is widely regarded as one of the most comprehensive and authoritative studies of the Inquisition. The book is written in a scholarly style and is intended for readers with a background in history or a strong interest in the subject.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.