The Rise and Fall of Papacy is a historical book written by Robert Fleming in 1849. It is a comprehensive account of the history of the Papacy, from its origins in the early Christian Church to its decline in the 19th century. The book is divided into four parts, each covering a different period of Papal history. The first part covers the early history of the Papacy, from the rise of the Roman Empire to the end of the Western Roman Empire. It discusses the role of the Papacy in the early Christian Church, including the establishment of the Bishop of Rome as the head of the Church. The second part covers the period from the Middle Ages to the Reformation. It discusses the power struggles between the Papacy and the Holy Roman Empire, the rise of the Papal States, and the corruption and abuses of the Papacy during this period. The third part covers the Reformation and the Counter-Reformation. It discusses the Protestant Reformation and the Catholic Church's response to it, including the Council of Trent and the establishment of the Jesuits. The fourth and final part covers the modern period, from the French Revolution to the mid-19th century. It discusses the decline of the Papacy's political power and the rise of secularism in Europe, as well as the Papacy's attempts to adapt to these changes. Overall, The Rise and Fall of Papacy provides a detailed and insightful look into the history of one of the most powerful institutions in Western history.With A Life Of The Author.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.
