The Spanish Inquisition: everything you wanted to know
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The Spanish Inquisition: Origins, Reputation, and Operations
The chapter provides an in-depth look at the foundation, reputation, and operations of the Spanish Inquisition, comparing it with previous inquisitions and exploring its impact on Spanish society. It discusses the financing, mechanisms of control, and expansion of power of the Inquisition, as well as the psychological and societal implications of its actions. The chapter also delves into the individual experiences of those accused, the tactics used, and the societal impact of pursuing religious purity through persecution.
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