The Roman Index of Forbidden Books

The Roman Index of Forbidden Books Briefly Explained for Catholic Booklovers and Students by Francis S. Betten S.J. provides a detailed explanation of the Index of Forbidden Books for Catholic booklovers and students. Published in 1909 the book outlines the history regulations and significance of the Index addressing common misconceptions and historical cases like the Galileo affair. It serves as a comprehensive guide to understanding the Church''s stance on prohibited literature and the reasons behind it emphasizing the importance of upholding faith and morality in reading choices.