Author: Frederick Rolfe Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 321
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In 2014, The Guardian placed "Hadrian the Seventh" on the list of the 100 best novels written in English. A historical novel by the English novelist Frederick Rolfe, it is based on his essay the Papal Conclave to elect the successor to Pope Leo XIII. It tells about an English priest that got invited by two Catholic priests to Rome, where the Conclave was gathered to elect the new Pope. Suddenly, the Conclave gives this position to him, and since the only previous English Pope was Adrian (or Hadrian) IV, he takes the name Hadrian VII. He is an unconventional pope - a chain smoker wishing to reform the church against fierce opposition from the established Roman Catholic hierarchy. Will he manage to stand the plots and intrigues, and is his reform needed? Those are the matters for readers to discover.
Author: Frederick Rolfe Publisher: DigiCat ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 345
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Hadrian the Seventh is novel of extreme wish-fulfillment developed out of an article he wrote on the Papal Conclave to elect the successor to Pope Leo XIII. The prologue introduces us to George Arthur Rose – a failed candidate for the priesthood denied his vocation by the machinations and bungling of the Roman Catholic ecclesiastical machinery, and now living alone with his yellow cat. Rose is visited by two prominent churchmen, one a Cardinal Archbishop. The two propose to right the wrongs done to him, ordain him a priest, and take him to Rome where the Conclave to elect the new Pope has reached deadlock. When he arrives in Rome he finds that the Cardinals have been inspired, divinely or otherwise, to offer him the Papacy. He accepts, and since the only previous English Pope was Adrian (or Hadrian) IV, he takes the name Hadrian VII.
Author: Frederick Rolfe Publisher: Alpha Edition ISBN: 9789356155084 Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 298
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Author: Frederick Rolfe Publisher: Good Press ISBN: Category : Fiction Languages : en Pages : 345
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Frederick Rolfe's novel 'Hadrian the Seventh' presents a unique spin on historical fiction by imagining the life of a fictional Englishman who becomes Pope. Rolfe's writing style in this work is both satirical and introspective, offering a deep exploration of power, religion, and identity. Set in the late 19th century, the novel challenges societal norms and political structures, making it a thought-provoking read for those interested in alternative histories and religious themes. Rolfe's attention to detail and intricate character development create a compelling narrative that keeps readers engaged until the very end. Frederick Rolfe, also known as Baron Corvo, drew on his own personal experiences and frustrations with societal constraints to craft this imaginative tale. His background as a failed artist and writer adds layers of complexity to the novel, reflecting his own struggles for recognition and understanding. Readers who enjoy historical fiction with a twist of satire and philosophical depth will find 'Hadrian the Seventh' a captivating and thought-provoking read that challenges the boundaries of traditional storytelling.
Author: Frederick Rolfe Publisher: ISBN: Category : Authors Languages : en Pages : 466
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This fantasy of a shabby London outcast who is elected Pope, shows considerable knowledge of the organisation of the papal court and betrays the author's frustrated desire to become a priest.
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Stratford Festival Collection
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Rolfe (Baron Corvo)
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Rolfe
Author: Frederick Corvo