The Inquisition: A Political and Military Study of its Establishment

Nickerson, Hoffman; Hilaire Belloc (Preface). The Inquisition: A Political and Military Study of its Establishment. Boston; New York: Houghton Mifflin, 1923. First edition. Quarto. XVII, [1], 258pp. Uncut. Original cloth spine over paper covered boards with title label laid on spine. The author describes how the Albigensian Crusade led to the Inquisition. The author also discusses the relevance of the historical lessons of this period to American prohibition. With two maps in pocket at end of book, a bibliography, and a preface by Hilaire Belloc. Minor chipping along edges of title label. Previous owner’s name on free front endpaper. Binding and interior in overall very good condition. vg. Hardcover. (30707) $75