Description

""Records of the Spanish Inquisition"" is a historical book written by Samuel G. Goodrich in 1828. The book is a detailed account of the Spanish Inquisition, which was a tribunal established by the Catholic Church in the late 15th century to identify and punish heretics and other individuals who were perceived as a threat to the Church's authority. The book contains a collection of primary source documents, including transcripts of trials, interrogations, and other official records of the Inquisition. Goodrich provides an introduction to the book, explaining the history and significance of the Inquisition, as well as the political and social context in which it operated.The book offers a glimpse into the workings of the Inquisition, including its methods of investigation, the types of charges brought against individuals, and the punishments that were handed down. It also sheds light on the broader cultural and religious climate of Spain during this period, and the ways in which the Inquisition impacted Spanish society.Overall, ""Records of the Spanish Inquisition"" is a valuable resource for historians and anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the role of religion in shaping European society.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.