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Hadrian the Seventh

An Englishman Is Elected Pope

by Frederick Rolfe ...

George Arthur Rose, a failed candidate for the priesthood living in a bedsit with his cat and his unpaid bills, is visited by two bishops, ordained, taken to Rome, and elected Pope. Rolfe called himself Baron Corvo and never forgave the Church for expelling him from two seminaries; this is his revenge and his self-portrait, and it is one of the strangest performances in English — vain, magnificent ... Read more

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George Arthur Rose, a failed candidate for the priesthood living in a bedsit with his cat and his unpaid bills, is visited by two bishops, ordained, taken to Rome, and elected Pope. Rolfe called himself Baron Corvo and never forgave the Church for expelling him from two seminaries; this is his revenge and his self-portrait, and it is one of the strangest performances in English — vain, magnificent
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Chronicles of the House of Borgia

by Frederick Rolfe ...

Once upon a time, Caesars were masters of the world; and the genius of Divus Julius, of Divus Augustus, was worshipped everywhere on altars. There are Cesarini at this day in Rome, cosa grande ch’ il sole, masters of wide domains, but not of empires. Once upon time, Buonaparte held Europe in its grip. Buonaparte at this day keeps exile in Muscovy or Flanders. Once upon a time, the Sforza were ... Read more

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Once upon a time, Caesars were masters of the world; and the genius of Divus Julius, of Divus Augustus, was worshipped everywhere on altars. There are Cesarini at this day in Rome, cosa grande ch’ il sole, masters of wide domains, but not of empires. Once upon time, Buonaparte held Europe in its grip. Buonaparte at this day keeps exile in Muscovy or Flanders. Once upon a time, the Sforza were
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Hadrian the Seventh

by Frederick Rolfe ...

George Arthur Rose aspired to the priesthood, but after being much abused and taken advantage of for many years by his Catholic brothers, he finds himself disillusioned with humanity. But just as the secret conclave in Rome is deadlocked in the election of the next Pope, he finds himself rediscovered. A compromise in the election results in Rose being chosen for the office, and he styles himself ... Read more

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George Arthur Rose aspired to the priesthood, but after being much abused and taken advantage of for many years by his Catholic brothers, he finds himself disillusioned with humanity. But just as the secret conclave in Rome is deadlocked in the election of the next Pope, he finds himself rediscovered. A compromise in the election results in Rose being chosen for the office, and he styles himself
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Hadrian The Seventh

by Frederick Rolfe ...

George Arthur Rose aspired to the priesthood, but after being much abused and taken advantage of for many years by his Catholic brothers, he finds himself disillusioned with humanity. But just as the secret conclave in Rome is deadlocked in the election of the next Pope, he finds himself rediscovered. A compromise in the election results in Rose being chosen for the office, and he styles himself ... Read more

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George Arthur Rose aspired to the priesthood, but after being much abused and taken advantage of for many years by his Catholic brothers, he finds himself disillusioned with humanity. But just as the secret conclave in Rome is deadlocked in the election of the next Pope, he finds himself rediscovered. A compromise in the election results in Rose being chosen for the office, and he styles himself
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh (Historical Novel)

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by Frederick Rolfe, Spencer McKay ...

Frederick Rolfe's 'Hadrian the Seventh' is a captivating historical novel that follows the life of George Arbuthnot, an Englishman who unexpectedly becomes Pope, taking on the name Hadrian VII. Rolfe's literary style in this work is characterized by intricate descriptions and rich character development, immersing readers in the world of the Vatican and European politics in the early 20th century. ... Read more

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Frederick Rolfe's 'Hadrian the Seventh' is a captivating historical novel that follows the life of George Arbuthnot, an Englishman who unexpectedly becomes Pope, taking on the name Hadrian VII. Rolfe's literary style in this work is characterized by intricate descriptions and rich character development, immersing readers in the world of the Vatican and European politics in the early 20th century.
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Hadrian the Seventh

by Frederick Rolfe, Baron Corvo ...

“It is extraordinarily alive … The book remains a clear and definite book of our epoch, not to be swept aside.” – D.H. Lawrence“One of the most extraordinary achievements in English literature.” – A.J.A. Symons“Frederick Rolfe alias Baron Corvo is certainly one of the most fascinating of those various literary curiosities of England.” – Saturday ReviewFrederick William Rolfe, who styled himself ... Read more

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“It is extraordinarily alive … The book remains a clear and definite book of our epoch, not to be swept aside.” – D.H. Lawrence“One of the most extraordinary achievements in English literature.” – A.J.A. Symons“Frederick Rolfe alias Baron Corvo is certainly one of the most fascinating of those various literary curiosities of England.” – Saturday ReviewFrederick William Rolfe, who styled himself
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Hadrian the Seventh (Historical Novel)

Enriched edition. A Pope of Fiction: Challenging Society and Tradition in a Historical Satirical Tale

by Frederick Rolfe, Finnian Chase ...

In 'Hadrian the Seventh', Frederick Rolfe weaves a rich tapestry of historical fiction, blending the realms of fantasy and spirituality with the real-world implications of power and the ecclesiastical hierarchy of early 20th-century Europe. The novel follows the improbable ascension of George Arthur Rose, an unconventional Englishman who unexpectedly becomes the Pope. Rolfe's unique literary style ... Read more

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In 'Hadrian the Seventh', Frederick Rolfe weaves a rich tapestry of historical fiction, blending the realms of fantasy and spirituality with the real-world implications of power and the ecclesiastical hierarchy of early 20th-century Europe. The novel follows the improbable ascension of George Arthur Rose, an unconventional Englishman who unexpectedly becomes the Pope. Rolfe's unique literary style
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh

Historical Novel - A Story of The Reformer

by Frederick Rolfe ...

In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe, writing under the pseudonym Baron Corvo, crafts a richly imaginative and controversial narrative that serves as both a satire and a meditation on the nature of power, religion, and the human condition. The novel follows the eccentric protagonist, George Arthur Rose, as he ascends to the papacy, assuming the name Hadrian VII. Rolfe's prose is characterized ... Read more

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In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe, writing under the pseudonym Baron Corvo, crafts a richly imaginative and controversial narrative that serves as both a satire and a meditation on the nature of power, religion, and the human condition. The novel follows the eccentric protagonist, George Arthur Rose, as he ascends to the papacy, assuming the name Hadrian VII. Rolfe's prose is characterized
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh

Enriched edition. Historical Novel

by Frederick Rolfe, Paige Caldwell ...

In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe delves into the fantastical and often surreal realm of a fictional pope, who, after a life of obscure failure, suddenly ascends to the papacy. The novel presents a rich tapestry of religious and existential themes, utilizing a poignant, flamboyant literary style that is both baroque and lyrical. Rolfe constructs an intricately layered narrative that ... Read more

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In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe delves into the fantastical and often surreal realm of a fictional pope, who, after a life of obscure failure, suddenly ascends to the papacy. The novel presents a rich tapestry of religious and existential themes, utilizing a poignant, flamboyant literary style that is both baroque and lyrical. Rolfe constructs an intricately layered narrative that
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh

Historical Novel

by Frederick Rolfe ...

In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe explores the intricacies of the human psyche through the lens of a fictional papal election. The novel follows the journey of a Protestant writer who unexpectedly finds himself elected as Pope Hadrian VII. Rolfe's writing is imbued with rich, evocative language that juxtaposes grandeur with absurdity, reflecting the complexities of faith, identity, and the ... Read more

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In "Hadrian the Seventh," Frederick Rolfe explores the intricacies of the human psyche through the lens of a fictional papal election. The novel follows the journey of a Protestant writer who unexpectedly finds himself elected as Pope Hadrian VII. Rolfe's writing is imbued with rich, evocative language that juxtaposes grandeur with absurdity, reflecting the complexities of faith, identity, and the
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh

Historical Novel - A Story of The Reformer

by Frederick Rolfe ...

"Hadrian the Seventh" is a captivating novel by Frederick Rolfe that intertwines themes of faith, identity, and divine calling within a richly textured narrative. The book employs Rolfe's distinctive literary style, characterized by lush, baroque prose that evokes the opulence of a bygone era. Set in a fantastical alternate reality where the protagonist, a failed novelist named George Arthur Rose, ... Read more

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"Hadrian the Seventh" is a captivating novel by Frederick Rolfe that intertwines themes of faith, identity, and divine calling within a richly textured narrative. The book employs Rolfe's distinctive literary style, characterized by lush, baroque prose that evokes the opulence of a bygone era. Set in a fantastical alternate reality where the protagonist, a failed novelist named George Arthur Rose,
... Read more
Hadrian the Seventh (Annotated)

Enriched Edition. Historical Novel

by Frederick Rolfe, Phoebe Iverleigh ...

Frederick Rolfe's Hadrian the Seventh (1904) is a singular fantasy of ecclesiastical power, psychological revenge, and spiritual self-fashioning. Its hero, George Arthur Rose, an impoverished Englishman denied the priesthood, is unexpectedly elevated to the papacy and becomes Hadrian VII. Written in a richly mannered, baroque prose, the novel mingles Catholic ceremonial, political speculation, ... Read more

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Frederick Rolfe's Hadrian the Seventh (1904) is a singular fantasy of ecclesiastical power, psychological revenge, and spiritual self-fashioning. Its hero, George Arthur Rose, an impoverished Englishman denied the priesthood, is unexpectedly elevated to the papacy and becomes Hadrian VII. Written in a richly mannered, baroque prose, the novel mingles Catholic ceremonial, political speculation,
... Read more

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