Description

The Papal Monarchy and the Donation of Pepin (739-772) is a historical book written by William Barry. The book explores the relationship between the Papacy and the Frankish kingdom during the period of 739-772. It specifically focuses on the Donation of Pepin, a grant made by King Pepin to the Papacy, which became the foundation of the Papal States.The book provides an in-depth analysis of the political and religious factors that led to the Donation of Pepin. It examines the role of the Papacy in the Frankish kingdom and the impact of the Donation on the Papacy's power and authority. The book also explores the controversies surrounding the Donation, including its authenticity and the extent of the territories granted to the Papacy.The author uses primary sources such as papal letters, charters, and chronicles to provide a detailed account of the events leading up to the Donation and its aftermath. The book is well-researched and provides a comprehensive understanding of the political and religious landscape of medieval Europe.Overall, The Papal Monarchy and the Donation of Pepin (739-772) is a valuable resource for historians and scholars interested in the history of the Papacy, the Frankish kingdom, and the development of medieval Europe.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: Papal Monarchy, by William Barry. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766139875.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.