The stories of seven popes who ruled at seven different critical periods in the 600 years leading into the Reformation.

Why did the author pick the popes you’ll meet in the pages of this book? Why not Gregory I, whom many would call the greatest pope of all time? Why not Leo X,

From corruption to nepotism, from crusade to witch-burning to Inquisition, from popes sanctioning murder to popes being murdered, Dark History of The Popes expl

This comprehensive historical reference covers the Apostolic Succession from St. Peter to Pope Francis, plus a selection of Papal Bulls and teachings. The papac

Tracing the history of the papacy from ancient times to the present day, this illuminating study features detailed profiles of each pope, describing the events