A History of the Popes 1830-1914
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These pressures caused Popes to resist 'the world' rather than to try to influence it, to make the Vatican more of a sanctuary behind high walls, and to preach the more otherworldly aspects of Catholic faith. At the same time they met new moral demands - the rights of the labourer in industry, divorce, toleration - which they could confront because the Revolution had destroyed the powers of the Catholic kings over their churches, and therefore Catholic authority could be far more centralized in Rome.
- A fascinating and anecdotal history- Necessary background to understanding the predicaments, divisions, and prospects of the Roman Catholic Church today- Owen Chadwick is a highly eminent academic and author
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