Popery! As It Was and as It Is. Also, Auricular Confession; And Popish Nunneries

"Popery! As It Was and as It Is" by William Hogan is a condemning examination of the Roman Catholic Church, penned by an ex-priest during the 1800's. The author illustrates what he sees as the dangers Catholicism poses to America's ideals. He writes about Catholic practices, looking at private confession and the effects of the Pope's power. Hogan talks about what made him write the book - his aim to safeguard his country's freedom from the threat of Catholicism. Hogan recounts his experiences with the Church and explains the power structures within, especially the work of Jesuits. He voices fear that the Pope may try to control American government. He shares historical examples to show the Church's desire to control governments and indicates the risks to freedom.