Holy Secrets
Elianna Montgomery
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.
"Holy Secrets: A History of Scandal in the Vatican" takes readers deep into the heart of the Catholic Church, revealing a history steeped in power struggles, corruption, and intrigue. From the early papacy of Saint Peter to the infamous reigns of figures like Pope Alexander VI and John XII, the book explores how popes have balanced their spiritual role with ambitions for wealth and control, often at the cost of morality. Along the way, it uncovers shocking scandals, including poisonings, illicit affairs, and the Vatican's involvement in global conflicts.
With a sharp focus on pivotal moments like the Protestant Reformation, the Vatican Bank scandal, and the sexual abuse crisis, "Holy Secrets: A History of Scandal in the Vatican" offers an unflinching look at how the papacy has shaped history, for better or worse. Whether exploring past intrigue or modern efforts at reform under Pope Francis, this book provides a compelling and provocative glimpse into the Church’s enduring legacy of both divine authority and human frailty.
Duration - 2h 27m.
Author - Elianna Montgomery.
Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G.
Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2025 Pickle Publishing ©.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Elianna Montgomery
Digital Voice Madison G
Pickle Publishing
English Audiobooks
Findaway Audiobooks
Description:
This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice. "Holy Secrets: A History of Scandal in the Vatican" takes readers deep into the heart of the Catholic Church, revealing a history steeped in power struggles, corruption, and intrigue. From the early papacy of Saint Peter to the infamous reigns of figures like Pope Alexander VI and John XII, the book explores how popes have balanced their spiritual role with ambitions for wealth and control, often at the cost of morality. Along the way, it uncovers shocking scandals, including poisonings, illicit affairs, and the Vatican's involvement in global conflicts. With a sharp focus on pivotal moments like the Protestant Reformation, the Vatican Bank scandal, and the sexual abuse crisis, "Holy Secrets: A History of Scandal in the Vatican" offers an unflinching look at how the papacy has shaped history, for better or worse. Whether exploring past intrigue or modern efforts at reform under Pope Francis, this book provides a compelling and provocative glimpse into the Church’s enduring legacy of both divine authority and human frailty. Duration - 2h 27m. Author - Elianna Montgomery. Narrator - Digital Voice Madison G. Published Date - Thursday, 30 January 2025. Copyright - © 2025 Pickle Publishing ©.
Language:
English
Title Page
Duration:00:00:13
Chapter 1: The Papacy—A History of Power and Scandal
Duration:00:09:24
Chapter 2: The Early Papacy and the Seeds of Scandal
Duration:00:12:30
Chapter 3: The Renaissance Papacy—The Borgia Era
Duration:00:13:58
Chapter 4: The Dark Ages and Medieval Papal Power
Duration:00:12:10
Chapter 5: The Schisms and Divisions of the Church
Duration:00:10:26
Chapter 6: The Reformation and the Church's Struggle to Maintain Control
Duration:00:11:12
Chapter 7: The Vatican Bank Scandal—Money, Power, and Mystery
Duration:00:11:43
Chapter 8: The Papacy During World War II—Pius XII and the Holocaust
Duration:00:11:59
Chapter 9: Modern Scandals—Abuse, Cover-Ups, and Papal Response
Duration:00:11:29
Chapter 10: The Vatican’s Political Intrigues—Papal Power Plays
Duration:00:12:39
Chapter 11: Conspiracy Theories—Papal Mysteries and Rumors
Duration:00:11:02
Chapter 12: The Future of the Papacy—Scandals and Reform
Duration:00:09:33
Chapter 13: The Papacy’s Enduring Legacy
Duration:00:09:24