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From the first moment of his papacy Karol Wojtyla sought political influence and a role on the world stage. Promising a renewed church, he was the first media Pope and travelled around the world to preach his message. It is said that he was central in the fall of Soviet Eastern Europe. One year after his death, there are calls for his sainthood. But is this the whole truth? Investigative journalist Yallop explores the myths and half truths of John Paul II's long reign and asks some difficult questions ranging from the role of the Vatican in the momentous events in 1989, and the continued mismanagement of Vatican finance, to the failure to address the child sexual abuse crisis and the rise of Opus Dei. Including revelations from the CIA, the KGB, and the Vatican itself, this is an unflinching look at a man who may soon become a saint.--From publisher description.Describes the role of Pope John Paul II and his influence on the Vatican, documenting his political influence, particularly his role in the fall of communism, the mismanagement of Vatican finances, and the church's failure to address the child sexual abuse crisis.
Title: The Power and the Glory
Author: Yallop, David A.
Publisher: Pgw
Publication Date: 2007/03/28
Number of Pages: 530
Binding Type: HARDCOVER
Library of Congress: 2007276216 Additional Details\N
BRAND : Yallop, David A.
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