Hadrian the Seventh - Paperback - 9781417905539

Hadrian the Seventh is a novel written by Baron Frederick Corvo. The story follows George Arthur Rose, a failed poet and clergyman, who unexpectedly becomes Pope Hadrian VII. The novel is set in the early 20th century and explores themes of power, religion, and politics.Rose, a man of humble origins, is chosen by the College of Cardinals as the new Pope after a series of unusual events. As Pope Hadrian VII, he sets out to reform the Catholic Church and bring about social change. However, his radical ideas and unconventional approach to the papacy make him a target for opposition and criticism.The novel is written in a satirical and humorous tone, with Corvo using the character of Hadrian VII to critique the Catholic Church and its hierarchy. The book also explores Rose's personal journey, as he struggles to reconcile his newfound power with his own doubts and insecurities.Hadrian the Seventh is a thought-provoking and entertaining novel that offers a unique perspective on the role of the papacy and the Catholic Church in society.1925. English novelist, Frederick Rolfe, used the name Baron Corvo, saying it had been given to him as a gift. He was a convert to Catholicism and tried unsuccessfully on a number of occasions to become a priest. His novel, Hadrian the Seventh is a bizarre tale of a failed writer who is elected Pope, providing a compensation for Rolfe�������s rejections and a vehicle for savage revenge on his enemies.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.

• | Author: Baron Frederick Corvo
• | Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• | Publication Date: Apr 01, 2005
• | Number of Pages: 360 pages
• | Binding: Paperback or Softback
• | ISBN-10: 1417905530
• | ISBN-13: 9781417905539