The Waldensian Church in the Valleys of Piedmont : Kessinger Publishing : 9781436586498 : 1436586496 : 02 Jun 2008 : ""The Waldensian Church in the Valleys of Piedmont: From the Earliest Period to the Present Time"" is a historical account written by Jane Louisa Willyams in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the Waldensian Church, a Christian denomination that originated in the 12th century in the Piedmont region of Italy. Willyams traces the history of the Waldensian Church from its origins as a religious movement led by Peter Waldo, to its growth and development as a distinct denomination with its own beliefs and practices. She also examines the challenges faced by the Waldensians over the centuries, including persecution and discrimination from the Catholic Church and other authorities.The book includes detailed descriptions of the Waldensian Church's beliefs, practices, and traditions, as well as its role in the wider religious and political landscape of Italy and