The book ""Pope Pius XII"" by Richard Cushing is a comprehensive biography of the life and legacy of Pope Pius XII. The book delves into the early years of Eugenio Pacelli, tracing his path from a young seminarian to his eventual ascension to the papacy in 1939. The author provides a detailed account of the political and social climate of the time, including the rise of fascism and the outbreak of World War II. Cushing explores Pius XII's actions...