British History And Papal Claims: From The Norman Conquest To The Present Day A.D. 1066-1760 V1 is a comprehensive historical account of the relationship between the British monarchy and the papacy from the time of the Norman Conquest in 1066 to the year 1760. Written by James Paton, a renowned historian and scholar of British history, this book provides a detailed analysis of the political and religious tensions that existed between the two powers throughout this period. The book begins with an overview of the Norman Conquest and the establishment of the Catholic Church in England. It then explores the various conflicts and controversies that arose between the papacy and the British monarchy over the centuries, including the Investiture Controversy, the Reformation, and the English Civil War. Throughout the book, Paton provides a balanced and nuanced perspective on these historical events, drawing on a wide range of primary sources and secondary literature. He also explores the impact of papal claims on British society and culture, including the role of the Catholic Church in the development of art, architecture, and literature. Overall, British History And Papal Claims: From The Norman Conquest To The Present Day A.D. 1066-1760 V1 is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of Britain, the papacy, and the complex relationship between these two powerful institutions.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.