About “The Papess Joanne”
The Papess Joanne is an 1866 novel by Greek writer Emmanuel Rhoides. It explores the legend of Pope Joan, a woman who allegedly became pope in the late 9th century. The novel, published with the subtitle "medieval study," blends romance and satire. Rhoides conducted extensive research into historical sources, giving the work a chronicle-like quality. The novel faced criticism from the Greek Orthodox Church and was excommunicated by the Holy Synod. Despite this, The Papess Joanne became Rhoides' most famous work and is considered a classic of Modern Greek literature. It has been translated into multiple languages, bringing Rhoides international recognition. (Summary adapted from Wikipedia, CC BY-SA 4.0.)
Book details
- Published
- 1866
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