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Chronicle of the Popes: The Reign-by-Reign Record of the Papacy over 2000 Years Hardcover – November 17, 1997

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"A handy reference work stunningly illustrated."―National Catholic Reporter

For nearly two thousand years the popes have not only shaped the course of one of the world's great religions but have also played a part―sometimes a dominant part―in the history of Europe. Martyrs, monks, noblemen, Franciscans, Dominicans, hermits, and even unordained laymen have occupied the throne of St. Peter. This book recounts the lives and deeds of the popes from Peter to John Paul II.

With timelines, datafiles, quotations, and copious illustrations, Chronicle of the Popes is an essential reference book and a source of discovery and inspiration about one of the richest and most diverse institutions on earth. 317 illustrations, 112 in color

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240 pages
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Thames & Hudson
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November 17, 1997
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8 x 1 x 10.3 inches
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0500017980
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978-0500017982
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In Chronicle of the Popes, P.G. Maxwell-Stuart, a historian at the University of Aberdeen, provides a good selection of illustrations with a lightweight text. -- The New York Times Book Review, Henry Chadwick

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P. G. Maxwell-Stuart is Lecturer in the Department of Modern History at the University of St. Andrews in Scotland.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Thames & Hudson; 1st edition (November 17, 1997)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 240 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0500017980
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0500017982
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8 x 1 x 10.3 inches

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Mrhett

a great over-view of the longest

Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2016

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a great over-view of the longest, continuous active reign of individuals relative to the concept of kings and kingdoms although numerous individuals are over-shadowed by past or future individuals the snipits are intriguing enough to allow one to consider delving onward or over-pass into the next man/men chosen for such a position encompassing such authority and power over millions of peoples the ups and downs of the relationships between each pope and the powers surrounding and influencing him are intriguing dramas unknown to the average common man tis unfortunate that the snipits could not be more indepth enabling one to gather a deeper knowledge of the papacy and its perceived rightousness

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Lorraine Phillips

Nicely done!

Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2013

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Pictures, short entries of what their main accomplishments or what they were known for, a timeline and voila - a good solid book. What I found disturbing - there is no continuity between Peter and the first 10 popes. There also are times that 3 popes claim that title. It does make me question the popes.........but it doesn't shake my faith in the continuity of the Catholic church which has been around for 2000 years.

However, the history of the Catholic Church has obviously not been linear at times and that does give me pause to contemplate what makes the church a church? This book helps give you the players at the times in history and smooths the times when the church jumps track (here and there). Its in a nice format that is easy to read, easy to understand, and is factual.

If you had to buy 1 starter book on the chronology of the popes which chronicles the history of the church - ie, a starter history of the church also, buy this book. From here, you can then delve into other areas that interest you.

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Provides a good historical outline for newcomers...

Reviewed in the United States on April 30, 2005

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With the passing of Pope John Paul II and the subsequent election of Benedict XVI last month, this 1997 book officially becomes a little out of date (always inevitable when dealing with a living lineage). Nonetheless, the book will give readers with little knowledge of the papacy the basic story behind how it arrived at its current state (those who already have knowledge of the papacy and its history will likely learn nothing new).

It's a dizzying journey, and doubtless much had to be left out to fit the entire 2,000 year journey into one volume (two volumes may have been more appropriate). Still, those not seeking details and the nitty gritty of the papacy can come to a cursory appreciation of the office's history and evolution since its founding during the late Roman Empire.

After a 2-4 page preface (not a lot of background) the book leaps into history beginning with St. Peter in the 1st century AD. What follows is far too complex to summarize (which this 240-page book proves more than anything). However, the basic high-level progression of the papacy from St. Peter, to shadowy and difficult beginnings up to the 15th century, to international secular superpower (complete with corruption) through the 18th century, to a humbled return to spiritual leadership of the world's largest church in the 20th century, can be adumbrated. Readers will see most of the highlights of the history, but likely come away with little understanding of the office itself.

To be fair, the papacy heartily challenges any attempt at summarization. Being the world's longest running office, it touches the Roman Empire, medieval Europe, countless wars, innumerable countries and peoples, Charlemange, the crusades, the Reformation, the Renaissance, the French Revolution, Napolean, two World Wars, and the modern industrialized world. Any short summary of this lineage is bound to leave out countless details. As an introduction to the basic history of the papacy, this book succeeds fairly well. As an introduction to the office itself, however, it does not fare so well. As long as readers go into this book with the expectation that it's almost purely history, the disappointment shouldn't be too harsh. The book will whet the interest of anyone with a shred of curiosity about this enormous institution. Other books will have to fill in the details, ultimately. To take some examples: why popes traditionally take a new name upon election isn't really even discussed. The section on Gregory I will likely leave readers wondering why he's called "Gregory the Great". The section on Alexander VI includes more details on Savanarola than the pope himself. The infamous "cadaver synod" of Stephen VI in the 9th century receives a very brief treatment. The "Pope Joan" hoax gets mentioned but with almost no detail whatsoever. The terms "Vatican I" and "Vatican II" are not used anywhere in the book (the longer "First Vatican Council" and "Second Vatican Council" are used instead).

On the up side, numerous pictures from all eras pervade nearly every page of the book. The copious pictures alone make the book worthwhile. Sidenotes shed some light on special subjects (e.g., the alleged discovery of the bones of St. Peter, the Carolingian Empire, the crusades, the Fransiscans and Dominicans, the former papal palace at Avignon, the Reformation, the Counter-Reformation, the building of the current St. Peter's Basilica, the formation of Vatican City, etc.).

In the end, expect brevity from this book and expect to come out of it with numerous questions. But also expect to have a basic understanding of the history of the world's oldest extant office of authority. Those with little or no knowledge will find a great starting point here.

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good book

Reviewed in the United States on May 29, 2019

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book with lots of good info.

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Dr Garry

Well-written compact history of the popes

Reviewed in the United States on March 14, 2013

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Another excellent work in this series, succintly laying out the dates and facts, with just enough spiciness to keep you interested. If you want to buy just one book on the popes, this is it. It will wet your appetite for more. As usual, the bibliography is more than extensive,

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CDS

A beautiffully illustrated guide to Catholic history

Reviewed in the United States on December 6, 2001

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This book was a bit of a disappointment in that it was shorter than I expected. However the art is beautfiul the biographies are intriguing, and all the extra information they have included in tersm of myths about the papacy, church history, and various other insersts was really interesting.

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Stratton

Oh those wascally popes!

Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2014

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Great, concise reference, but I do wish Maxwell-Stuart would update the book.

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Bambi Lyn

Excellent Resource

Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2015

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Love this book!! Excellent resource with quick and easy references.

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 30, 2018

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Great reference book for anyone interested in the history of the Papacy.

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Let down by printing process

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 24, 2017

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Content excellent but printing process produces text that is too faint to read with comfort.

Nemo

Série "Chronicle of ......" excellent

Reviewed in France on March 28, 2013

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J'ai presque toute la série; passionnant de suivre les pharaons, les empereurs romains, les empereurs chinois ou les tzars...
C'est un très bon complément d'information sur tous les sujets abordés

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