Cecelia Ferrazzi's inquisitorial autobiography and the transcripts of her preceding testimony are here transcribed and translated into English, allowing the reader an insight into an unfamiliar sector of the past.
Cecilia Ferrazzi Books
Cecilia Ferrazzi was a pivotal figure during the Counter-Reformation in Italy, dedicating her life to establishing and maintaining women's houses of refuge. Her work in the 17th century represented an early form of social work, focused on the protection and support of women in need. Ferrazzi was instrumental in creating safe havens that offered shelter and aid to those most vulnerable. Her legacy lies in her lasting impact on community services and her foundational work in building institutions of rescue and hope.