The Cursed and the Anointed: A History of the Papacy

By Edward Peters

The Cursed and the Anointed is a 2011 book by American historian Edward Peters. The book provides a history of the papacy from its origins to the present day. Peters argues that the papacy has been a force for both good and evil throughout history, and that it has played a significant role in shaping the course of Western civilization.

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The book is divided into three parts. The first part, "The Cursed," covers the history of the papacy from its origins to the Reformation. Peters argues that during this period, the papacy was often a force for evil, and that it played a major role in the persecution of heretics and the suppression of dissent.

The second part of the book, "The Anointed," covers the history of the papacy from the Reformation to the present day. Peters argues that during this period, the papacy has been a force for good, and that it has played a major role in the promotion of peace and social justice.

The third part of the book, "The Future of the Papacy," discusses the challenges facing the papacy in the 21st century. Peters argues that the papacy is facing a number of challenges, including the decline of Christianity in Europe, the rise of secularism, and the increasing diversity of the Catholic Church.

The Cursed and the Anointed is a well-written and informative history of the papacy. Peters provides a balanced and nuanced account of the papacy's history, and he does not shy away from discussing the papacy's dark side. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the papacy or the history of Christianity.

Further Reading

• The New York Times Book Review
• The Washington Post Book Review
• The Atlantic

The Cursed and the Anointed

by Jane Austen

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Language	:	English
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