Inquisition: The Reign of Fear

About this book

Toby Greens incredible new book brings a vast panorama to life by focusing on the untold stories of individuals from all walks of life and every section of society who were affected by the Inquisition. From witches in Mexico bigamists in Brazil Freemasons Hindus Jews Moslems and Protestants the Inquisition reached every aspect of society. This history though filled with stories of terror and the unspeakable ways in which human beings can treat one another is ultimately one of hope underscoring the resilience of the human spirit. Stretching from the unification of Spain under Ferdinand and Isabella in the fifteenth century to the Napoleonic wars The Inquisition details this incredible history in all its richness and complexity.