The Sufferings Of The Church In Brittany During The Great Revolution

By Edward Healy Thompson

Book Overview

""The Sufferings Of The Church In Brittany During The Great Revolution"" is a historical account written by William Healy Thompson. The book describes the persecution of the Catholic Church in Brittany, France during the French Revolution. The author provides a detailed analysis of the events that led to the suppression of the Church and the subsequent sufferings of the clergy and faithful. The book covers the period from 1789 to 1801 and describes the impact of the Revolution on the Church, including the confiscation of Church property, the closure of religious orders, and the execution of priests. The author also explores the role of the Church in the resistance movement against the Revolution and the eventual restoration of religious freedom under Napoleon Bonaparte. The book is based on primary sources and provides a valuable insight into the history of the French Revolution and its impact on the Catholic Church in Brittany.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163794309
• ISBN13: 9781163794302
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 400 Pages
• Weight: 1.17 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"