Mediæval Heresy and the Inquisition

Written by Arthur Stanley Turberville, this book offers a unique glimpse into the heresies of the Middle Ages. In a time period very different to now, the Church was all-powerful and not always fair. In Mediæval Heresy & the Inquisition, the author helps readers to understand the Church's attitude and its impact on society.

The Mediæval period stretched roughly 1,000 years, ending around 1450 with the birth of the Modern Era. By presenting insights into this historic period, Turberville helps readers to understand the nature of dogma. Along with the Inquisition itself, Mediæval Heresy & the Inquisition includes informative chapters on Averrhoïsm, Wyclifitism, and Husitism.

The Inquisition was set up by the Catholic Church to combat heresy, with suspected heretics put through rigorous trials and hefty punishments. From penances to life imprisonment and execution, this period was about individual discipline for the sake of public good. The Church played a significant role in all aspects of life during this time, and this book shines a light on its unfettered doctrine and what it meant for everyday people.