Hadrian the Seventh (Historical Novel)

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...