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Church and State in Mexico: 1822-1857

Church and State in Mexico: 1822-1857

Callcott, Wilfrid Hardy

Hardcover

Religion General General World HistoryMexican History

ISBN10: 1025324528
ISBN13: 9781025324524
Publisher: Tradd Street Press
Published: Feb 14 2026
Pages: 366
Weight: 1.51
Height: 0.81 Width: 6.14 Depth: 9.21
Language: English
Church and State in Mexico 1822-1857 is a comprehensive historical study of the complex and often contentious relationship between religious institutions and the developing Mexican government. Covering the period from the stabilization of independence to the pivotal Reform era, the work examines the shifting power dynamics that reshaped the nation. Author Wilfrid Hardy Callcott provides a scholarly analysis of the legal, social, and economic tensions that arose as secular authorities challenged the long-standing privileges of the Catholic Church.

The narrative explores key events and figures that defined the struggle over ecclesiastical property, education, and the legal status of the clergy. By detailing the ideological battles between liberals and conservatives, the book illustrates how the conflict between church and state became a defining feature of Mexican political life. This work offers valuable insights into the formation of the modern Mexican state and the historical roots of its secular constitution. It is an essential resource for students of Latin American history, political science, and the history of religion, providing a nuanced look at a period of profound national transformation.

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