Mary Elizabeth Perry

About the Author

Mary Elizabeth Perry is a distinguished historian specializing in the cultural and religious dynamics of early modern Spain, with a particular focus on marginalized communities and interfaith interactions. Her groundbreaking research illuminates the lives of Moriscos—Muslim converts to Christianity—amid the turbulent politics of religion during the Inquisition era. Drawing on extensive archival sources, Perry explores themes of identity, resistance, and survival in a society fractured by religious intolerance. A professor emerita of history, she has contributed significantly to understanding the intersections of gender, ethnicity, and power in Mediterranean Europe. Her work bridges academic scholarship and accessible narrative, offering profound insights into the human cost of religious conformity and the enduring legacy of Spain's multicultural past.