Overview
- One of the first studies in English to document the attempts to reform church organization and religious society in early modern Italy
Provides a synthesis of recent scholarship, modern literature and archival research on the subject
Offers a balanced interpretation of the work of the Inquisition
Part of the book series: European Studies (EUROSTUD)
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Church, Religion and Society in Early Modern Italy:
- discusses the roles of bishops and parochial clergy, seminaries and religious education
- examines religious orders and lay confraternities, particularly in relation to 'good works' or philanthropy
- explains the varied uses of the visual arts, music, processions and festivities to enthuse and educate the laity
- pays special attention to two controversial issues: the Inquisition's role and the stricter enclosure of nuns
Comprehensive yet approachable, Christopher F. Black's volume incorporates diverse religious practices and experiences, and explores the successes and failures of reform throughout mainland Italy during a period of religious and social upheaval.
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Bibliographic Information
Book Title: Church, Religion and Society in Early Modern Italy
Authors: Christopher F. Black
Series Title: European Studies
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-0-230-80196-7
Publisher: Red Globe Press London
eBook Packages: Palgrave History Collection, History (R0)
Copyright Information: The Editor(s) (if applicable) and The Author(s) 2004
Edition Number: 1
Number of Pages: XXIII, 315
Additional Information: Previously published under the imprint Palgrave
Topics: History of Italy