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Catechism: The Pope
This site contains the American Translation of the Roman Catholic Catechism. It contains the exact phrase which explains the Official Church's beliefs in the Pope.
Duke University
Duke University: The Pueblo Revolt of 1680
The story of the Pueblo Revolt of 1680 is told with a timeline showing events leading up to the revolt, a narrative of the revolt itself and its consequences, and brief biographies of many of those involved in Spanish America, and the...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Alexander Pope
Explore the world of Alexander Pope through the links found in this informative resource. This site provides links to biographical information and lesson plans for "The Rape of Lock."
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Web English Teacher: Jonathan Swift
Find out more about the life and work of Jonathan Swift when you explore this site. This resource provides links to lesson plans and other activities for some of his books.
Catholic Online
Catholic Online: Pope Leo Ix
This site provides a very brief biography of Pope Leo IX.
Rutgers University
Rutgers University: Glossary of Literary and Rhetorical Terms: Heroic Couplets
A short definition of the term Heroic Couplet along with a short example from a piece of poetry from Pope's Essay on Criticism.
English Verse
English Verse: Alexander Pope (1688 1744)
Three of the famous satirist's poems are included here in full text, along with a brief biographical sketch and a recommended book for further reading.
Other
Early 16th European History
This site breaks down the history of Europe by year between 1525-1558. It discusses the political maneuverings of the period, the social conditions, and the conflicts that arose with religious and political disputes.
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News Art: Pope John Paul Ii
This site contains links to drawings of Pope John Paul II that have been used in newspapers. Many political cartoons.
University of Massachusetts
Univ. Of Mass.: A Very Brief Biography of Alexander Pope
This site gives a brief overview of Alexander Pope's life. It includes links to two pictures of him--one as a child and one as an adult.
University of Victoria (Canada)
The U Vic Writer's Guide: Literary Term: Heroic Couplet
This site provides a short definition of the term Heroic Couplet along with a short example from a piece of poetry by Pope.
Other
Encyclical of Pope Gregory Xvi on Civil Obedience
A letter/Encyclical from Pope Gregory XVI to the Catholic leadership of Poland condemning their revolutionary uprising and asking them to submit to their monarch.
New Advent
Catholic Encyclopedia: Alexander Pope
This site provides a biography of Alexander Pope including detailed information about Pope's life and literary career. Please note that "The Catholic Encyclopedia" is a historic reference source and should be viewed in the context of...
The National Gallery (UK)
National Gallery: Pope Julius Ii
Portrait of Pope Julius II by Raphael. The website includes a very short description of Pope Julius II's accomplishments as pope and information on the portrait. Thumbnail can be enlarged for viewing purposes.
BBC
Bbc News Profile: Pope Benedict Xvi
A profile of Pope Benedict XVI, who was elevated to the papacy on April 19, 2005, is provided. The profile comments on Benedict's conservative leanings and on his aspirations of uniting the Catholic Church under his uncompromising...
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Medals Withdrawn After Spelling Mistake
Brief article reports that a papal medal commemorating Pope Francis' first year has been withdrawn after a spelling mistake on the medal was discovered.
BBC
Bbc Newsround: Who Will Be Chosen as the Next Pope?
Learn about the process for selecting the next Pope.
Curated OER
Time: The Time 100 John Paul Ii
This site provides an article by William F. Buckley Jr. on Pope John Paul II. It discusses the meeting Gorbachev had with the pope and the struggle the pope went through to end communism in Eastern Europe.
Curated OER
The "Unofficial" Pope John Paul Ii
This site contains a wealth of information on Pope John Paul II. It contains links to his writings and speeches, and to articles and stories written on the pope.