Pope Benedict XVI |
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Author:
| Mills, Clifford W. |
Introduction by:
| Schlesinger, Arthur M. |
Series title: | Modern World Leaders Ser. |
ISBN: | 978-0-7910-9228-6 |
Publication Date: | Nov 2006 |
Publisher: | Infobase Holdings, Inc.
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Imprint: | Facts On File |
Book Format: | Hardback |
List Price: | USD $30.00 |
Book Description:
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Joseph Ratzinger became Pope Benedict XVI on April 19, 2005, replacing the late John Paul II, one of the most popular pontiffs of all times. Now, following 2,000-year-old church traditions, Benedict XVI leads some one billion followers worldwide by both command and consent. This biography examines the pope's life and times.
Joseph Ratzinger became Pope Benedict XVI on April 19, 2005, replacing the late John Paul II, one of the most popular pontiffs of all times. Now, following 2,000-year-old church traditions, Benedict XVI leads some one billion followers worldwide by both command and consent. This biography examines the pope's life and times.