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Hardcover I Will Be Called John: A Biography of Pope John XXIII Book

ISBN: 0883490021

ISBN13: 9780883490020

I Will Be Called John: A Biography of Pope John XXIII

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Moving and powerful

Lawrence Elliot's biography of John XXIII--possibly the most beloved Pope in history--is a moving and infinitely uplifting experience. Elliot draws on extensive archival knowledge and interviews to create this portrait of Catholicism's dynamic "caretaker" pontiff. The extensive scholarship in Elliot's volume is valuable; however, even more so are the dozens of small anecdotes from John XXIII's career, both before and after his papacy. One of the most moving and illuminating is Elliot's recounting of the scene between the just-elected Pope and his longtime secretary, Loris Capovilla, in which the pope says somewhat flabbergastedly: "Well, you see what has happened to me." John XXIII was a figure who inspired and continues to inspire greatness in his fellow Christians--to whom he addressed himself in the humble statement: "I am Joseph, your brother!"--and Lawrence Elliot pays wonderful tribute to this Christian's Christian.

a heart warming and captivating spiritual journey,

A wonderful text on John XXIII, which leads us from his humble beginnings, and creates and establishes the very essence of the man he would become. This is truly a must read for Catholics and non-Catholics alike. A remarakble man and leader -- there is much to be learned from his life!
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