Book Summary
In this magisterial history, the author of "The Third Reich" sheds new light on the epic struggles between church and state, from the French Revolution to the totalitarian movements of the 20th century. In this masterful, stylish, and authoritative book, Michael Burleigh gives us an epic history of the battles over religion in modern Europe, examining the complex and often lethal ways in which politics and religion have interacted and influenced each other over the last two centuries. From the French Revolution to the totalitarian movements of the twentieth century, "Earthly Powers" is a uniquely powerful portrait of one of the great tensions of modern history-one that continues to be played out on the world stage today.
Book Details
| Book Name | Earthly Powers: The Clash Of Religion And Politics In Europe, From The French Revolution To The Great War |
| Author | Michael Burleigh |
| Publisher | Harper Perennial (Mar 2007) |
| ISBN | 9780060580940 |
| Pages | 530 |
| Language | English |
| Price | 602 |
