Charles George Herbermann was a distinguished professor of Latin language and Literature at the College of the City of New York. In 1905, he took on the significant role of editor-in-chief for The Catholic Encyclopedia.
An extensive reference work on Catholic theology, history, and culture, comprising more than 10,000 entries written by leading scholars of the time. This book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners of Catholicism, and provides a comprehensive overview of the Catholic Church and its teachings.
This comprehensive encyclopedia contains everything you need to know about the Catholic Church's constitution, doctrine, discipline and history. Charles George Herbermann and Edward Aloysius Pace, along with the Knights of Columbus Catholic Truth Committee, provide a wealth of information that is invaluable for students and experts alike.
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