A review by caitlinmchugh24
Absolute Monarchs: A History of the Papacy by John Julius Norwich

2.0

2. 5 stars. The history of the papacy is an ambitious goal for one historian and to be contained in one book. However, the author's biases and opinions came through frequently and although it gets to Pope Benedict, the book is already seems dated with its history and sources. The book itself was interesting and engaging with a good pace, but I would not recommend. Will look for other historical books about the papacy that are more fact-based and balanced.