Black Pope: A History of the Jesuits (Hardcover)

""Black Pope: A History of the Jesuits"" by M.F. Cusack is a comprehensive account of the history of the Society of Jesus, commonly known as the Jesuits. The book delves into the origins of the Jesuits, their role in the Counter-Reformation, their missions around the world, and their impact on politics and society. It also explores the controversies surrounding the Jesuits, including their suppression in the 18th century and their involvement in political intrigue. The author provides a balanced perspective on the Jesuits, highlighting their contributions to education, science, and social justice, as well as their critics' accusations of secrecy and manipulation. The book is well-researched and includes extensive references and footnotes. It is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Jesuits and their influence on the world.In Roman Catholic circles, it is well known the Black Pope is the term used for the General of the Jesuits. Those Romanists who do not greatly love the Jesuits use the term to indicate the Black Pope rules the White Pope. This book discusses the change of religious opinion since the commencement of the current century, the influence of the Jesuit and how the Jesuits have been the great promoters of change in the creed of the Church of Rome.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.