Charles George Herbermann Knihy

An extensive reference work on Catholic theology, history, and culture, comprising more than 10,000 entries written by leading scholars of the time. This book is a valuable resource for students, researchers, and practitioners of Catholicism, and provides a comprehensive overview of the Catholic Church and its teachings.

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This comprehensive encyclopedia contains everything you need to know about the Catholic Church's constitution, doctrine, discipline and history. Charles George Herbermann and Edward Aloysius Pace, along with the Knights of Columbus Catholic Truth Committee, provide a wealth of information that is invaluable for students and experts alike.