""An Historical and Critical Account of the So-Called Prophecy of St. Malachy: Regarding the Succession of Popes"" is a book written by M.J. O'Brien. The book is a comprehensive study of the prophecy of St. Malachy, which is believed to be a list of the future popes of the Roman Catholic Church. The prophecy was made in the 12th century by St. Malachy, an Irish bishop, and is said to have predicted the reigns of the popes from his time to the end of the world. O'Brien's book provides a detailed analysis of the prophecy, examining its origins, accuracy, and significance. He investigates the historical context in which the prophecy was made and the various interpretations that have been put forward over the centuries. O'Brien also looks at the evidence for and against the authenticity of the prophecy and considers its relevance to contemporary debates about the papacy and the future of the Catholic Church.The book is divided into several chapters, each of which explores a different aspect of the prophecy. The first chapter provides an overview of the prophecy and its history, while subsequent chapters delve into the details of each pope's reign as predicted by St. Malachy. O'Brien also includes appendices that contain additional information and analysis, including a list of the popes and their corresponding prophecies.Overall, ""An Historical and Critical Account of the So-Called Prophecy of St. Malachy: Regarding the Succession of Popes"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the role of prophecy in religious belief. O'Brien's thorough research and thoughtful analysis make this book an essential read for scholars, students, and lay readers alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.