In "The Great Pestilence (A.D. 1348-9), Now Commonly Known as the Black Death," Francis Aidan Gasquet meticulously examines the devastating impact of the bubonic plague on Europe during the 14th century. Employing a rich narrative style interwoven with historical detail, Gasquet delves into the societal, religious, and economic ramifications of the pandemic. His scholarly approach is grounded in e...