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The Catholic Church Through The Ages, Second Edition: A History
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The Catholic Church Through The Ages, Now In Its Second Edition, Is A Onevolume Survey Of The History Of The Catholic Church From Its Beginning Until (And Including) The Pontificate Of Pope Francis. The Book Explains The Church'S Progress By Using Christopher Dawson'S Division Of The Church'S History Into Six Distinct Ages, Or 350400 Year Periods Of Time, Each Cycle Beginning With Great Enthusiasm And Advancement And Ending In Decline And Loss. Writing With The Experience Of Thirty Years Of Teaching, The Author Has Fashioned An Ideal Text That Combines Substance With Readability. Undergraduates, Graduates, And Interested Lay People Have Given The Author An Idea Of What Topics Should Be Emphasized. As A Result, He Has Emphasized Such Areas Monasticism, The Crusades, Medieval Theology, The Inquisition, Reformation, French Revolution, The Nineteenth Century, And The Church In The United States. And He Has Added Material On The Oxford Movement, John Henry Newmans Contributions To The Oxford Movement And To The Catholic Intellectual Tradition, And The Catholic Literary Revival That Took Place In Several Countries In The Early Twentieth Century, As Well As On The Last Three Popes. As A Supplement To Each Chapter, The Author Has Included An Updated The Recommended Readings And Bibliography, As Well As The Audiovisual Materials.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'The Catholic Church through the Ages, Second Edition'? A: The book provides a comprehensive survey of the history of the Catholic Church, covering significant events and developments from its inception up to the pontificate of Pope Francis, structured around six distinct historical 'ages'.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: 'The Catholic Church through the Ages, Second Edition' is authored by John Vidmar OP, who has thirty years of teaching experience and aims to combine substance with readability in his writing.
- Q: What topics are emphasized in this edition? A: Key topics include monasticism, the Crusades, medieval theology, the Inquisition, the Reformation, the French Revolution, the nineteenth century, and the Church's history in the United States, along with new material on the Oxford Movement and contributions by John Henry Newman.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book spans 392 pages, making it a thorough resource for understanding the history of the Catholic Church.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This edition is available in paperback binding, offering a flexible and lightweight option for readers.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in religious studies? A: Yes, the book is designed to be accessible for undergraduates, graduates, and laypeople interested in learning about the history of the Catholic Church.
- Q: Does this book include supplementary materials? A: Yes, each chapter includes updated recommended readings and a bibliography, as well as audio-visual materials to enhance the learning experience.
- Q: When was the second edition published? A: The second edition of 'The Catholic Church through the Ages' was published on November 3, 2014.
- Q: What is the condition of the book? A: The book is sold as 'New', ensuring that it is in pristine condition for readers.
- Q: Is there a focus on modern events in the Church's history? A: Yes, the book includes discussions on contemporary topics and the last three popes, providing a complete view of the Church's evolution up to the present.