Extract From Dust Jacket
The Inquisition was first established in 1232. It was slow to spread to Spain, yet flourished there as nowhere else. Under Isabella it took firm root. During the next half century it grew exceedingly. But it was the reign of Philip II which enabled it to dominate the country. And the fervent desire of that monarch was to extend the persecution of heretics into all his dominions. In the Netherlands, Alva set up the notorious Council of Blood, and those who clung to their opinions were tortured and often burned or buried alive. Attempts were also made to establish the Inquisition in Peru, Naples, Sicily, Sardinia, Milan, the Canaries, Portugal and Goa - with varying success…..
 
Robert Hale Ltd.; 1961. First edition. Hardcover with unclipped dust cover, with cost of 16/-. Dust cover in very good condition some rubbing to corners and guttering. Cover now in a transparent protective jacket.White end papers. Spine a little sunned. Previous owners name and date to FFEP. 9 illustrations. Book in very good condition. Binding tight and text clean. Pre-owned.  No ISBN.