A comprehensive history of the Inquisitions of Italy, Spain, and Portugal, in the form of a series of essays by multiple authors. The book covers the origins, organization, and methods of the inquisitorial tribunals, as well as their impact on politics, culture, and religion in the countries where they operated. The seven engravings included in the book depict scenes from the history of the inquisitions.

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