Selecting the Pope: Uncovering the Mysteries of Papal Elections - Softcover

Tobin, Greg

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1402729545 ISBN 13: 9781402729546

Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc, 2009

Synopsis

An updated version of the compelling guide by award-winning author Greg Tobin. Tobin reveals all the rules and rituals involved in the secretive process of electing the pope, along with the rich history of the conclave and the key concerns that will shape the future of the Catholic Church. This edition features new information on the death and funeral of John Paul II, a revised and up-to-the-minute "Issues" section, and coverage of Pope Benedict’s most recent trip to the US, as well as a discussion of his relationship to the Islamic world. Plus, Tobin offers some thoughts on who the next pope might be, examining the potential contenders and hazarding some predictions.

About this title

About the Author:

Greg Tobin is a scholar and writer at the Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology of Seton Hall University, USA. A former editor and book publishing executive, he has written two novels about the papacy, as well as The Wisdom of St Patrick and Saints and Sinners.

About this edition

• Publisher: Sterling Pub Co Inc
• Publication date: 2009
• ISBN 10: 1402729545
• ISBN 13: 9781402729546
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 196