Pius The Ninth: A Biography is a book written by Francis Hitchman in 1878, which tells the life story of Pope Pius IX. The book is divided into several chapters, each one detailing a specific period of the Pope's life, from his birth in 1792 to his death in 1878. The author presents a detailed account of the Pope's family background, his education, and his early career in the Church.The book also covers the political and social context of the time in which Pius IX lived, including the revolutions of 1848, the unification of Italy, and the rise of nationalism. Hitchman describes how Pius IX's papacy was marked by significant changes and challenges, including the First Vatican Council, the Syllabus of Errors, and the loss of the Papal States.Throughout the book, Hitchman provides insights into Pius IX's personality, his relationships with other important figures of the time, and his impact on the Catholic Church. The author draws on a range of primary and secondary sources, including documents from the Vatican archives, to provide a comprehensive and engaging account of the Pope's life.Overall, Pius The Ninth: A Biography is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, the papacy, and the political and social context of 19th-century Europe.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.
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