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John Paul II: A Personal Portrait of the Pope & the Man
John Paul II A Personal Portrait of the Pope the Man Author:Ray Flynn A personal, inspiring, & intimate portrait of John Paul II & his revolutionary term as pope. Former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican & former Mayor of Boston, Ray Flynn draws on years of personal interaction with the pope, & on his unique understanding of the intersection of religion & politics, to show how John Paul II changed the papacy, perhaps... more » forever. Unlike any other pope, John Paul II has reached out, creating dialogue or creating uproar, but always striving to unite the human community. This book provides a compelling portrait of John Paul II, from his origins in Poland to his controversial papacy, including a look at his impact on the American people & their politics, as well as his travels to the far corners of the world. B&W photos.« less