"The Empire and the Papacy, 918-1273" by T. F. (Thomas Frederick) Tout is a historical exploration of the turbulent and interconnected story of the Holy Roman Empire and the Church as they grappled for dominance in Europe between the 9th and 13th centuries. The narrative begins by painting a picture of Europe emerging from the Dark Ages amidst the rise of feudalism, and it highlights the revival of the Roman Empire as well as the growing reach and might of the Church, with the author showcasing the complicated political dance between emperors and popes in lands like Germany, Italy, and France. The story focuses on how these collisions of authority shaped the spread of Christendom and the birth of powerful kingdoms, setting the scene for a detailed look at the events and significant people who molded medieval Europe's struggles of power and identity.
The Empire and the Papacy, 918-1273
By T. F. (Thomas Frederick) Tout
Witness the clash of empires and popes as they battle for power in a world defining the destiny of Europe and its people.
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About the AuthorThomas Frederick Tout was a British historian of the medieval period. He was one of the founders of the Historical Association in 1906.
Thomas Frederick Tout was a British historian of the medieval period. He was one of the founders of the Historical Association in 1906.
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