D'Aubignae and Von Ranke provide a fascinating look into the papacy during the tumultuous 16th and 17th centuries, a period marked by religious upheaval, political intrigue, and shifting alliances. The book is based on extensive research and provides biographical sketches of all the popes who served during this era, as well as detailed analysis of the Vatican's role in shaping European history.

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