Pope Adrian IV; An Historical Sketch

Pope Adrian IV; An Historical Sketch

by Richard Raby

This historical sketch offers a concise account of the life and reign of Pope Adrian IV, the only English pope who ever reigned. Written in 1849, the biography draws from old chronicles and other sources to present a narrative of Adrian's papacy, focusing on significant events and his impact on the Church and England.

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