The Hierarchical Despotism: Lectures On The Mixture Of Civil And Ecclesiastical Power In The Governments Of The Middle Ages (1844) is a book written by George Barrell Cheever. The book is a collection of lectures that explore the complex relationship between the civil and ecclesiastical powers in the governments of the Middle Ages. Cheever examines the hierarchical structure of these governments and the ways in which the church and state interacted with each other. He argues that the mixture of civil and ecclesiastical power created a form of despotism that was oppressive to the people. The lectures cover a range of topics, including the role of the church in government, the power of the pope, and the impact of the Crusades on the political landscape of the Middle Ages. The book provides a detailed analysis of the political and religious structures of the Middle Ages and offers insight into the ways in which these structures influenced the development of modern political systems. Overall, The Hierarchical Despotism is a fascinating exploration of the complex relationship between church and state during one of the most important periods in Western history.In Illustration Of The Nature And Progress Of Despotism In The Romish Church.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.