Publisher's Synopsis
A Short History of the Inquisition: What It Was and What It Did is a book written by Eugene Montague MacDonald that provides a comprehensive overview of the infamous institution known as the Inquisition. The book delves into the origins of the Inquisition, its purpose, and the methods it used to achieve its goals. It explores the various forms of Inquisition that existed throughout history, including the Spanish Inquisition, the Roman Inquisition, and the Portuguese Inquisition. The book also examines the impact of the Inquisition on society, religion, and politics, and how it shaped the course of history in Europe and beyond. The author provides a balanced perspective on the Inquisition, highlighting both its positive and negative aspects. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in understanding the history of the Inquisition and its lasting impact on the world.To Which Is Appended An Account Of Persecutions By Protestants Of Witches.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.