A History of the Papacy From the Great Schism to the Sack of Rome: 4

This comprehensive history of the papacy covers the centuries following the Great Schism, a time of great turmoil and change in the Catholic Church. From the Avignon papacy to the fall of Rome in 1527, Creighton explores the political, social, and cultural shifts that led to major changes within the Church hierarchy and its relationship to European powers. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, this is an essential text for anyone interested in the history of Christianity or European politics.