The Legacy of John Paul II: Images and Memories - Hardcover

Ratzinger, Joseph

Hardcover

ISBN 10: 1586171224 ISBN 13: 9781586171223

Publisher: Ignatius Press, 2005

Synopsis

This is a glorious volume from Joseph Ratzinger, (now Pope Benedict XVI), who pays tribute to his predecessor, mentor and close friend, Pope John Paul II. As Cardinal Ratzinger he was the closest Vatican prelate to John Paul II, working together with him for almost 25 years in the Vatican. When John Paul died, the world saw Cardinal Ratzinger speak so beautifully and eloquently at the pope's funeral, then at the Mass preceeding the Papal Conclave. Soon afterwards, the College of Cardinals quickly elected Ratzinger as John Paul's successor. This book unites these two great spiritual leaders in one powerful, deeply moving volume, complete with over 100 pages of truly inspiring, unique photos by Vatican photographer Giancarlo Giuliani (many never before published) of many striking and poignant moments of the pontificate of John Paul II as he traveled around the world. Ratzinger shares his many personal experiences and insights about this pontificate that changed the world. Illustrated

About this title

Synopsis:

In this volume, Pope Benedict XVI pays tribute to his predecessor, mentor and close friend, Pope John Paul II. As Cardinal Ratzinger, he was the closest Vatican prelate to John Paul II, working together with him for almost 25 years. Here, he shares his many personal experiences and insights about the man who changed the world, "John Paul the Great". This book unites these two great spiritual leaders in one powerful, deeply moving volume, complete with over 100 unique photos by Vatican photographer Giancarlo Giuliani.

About the Author:

Joseph Ratzinger (Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI) is recognized as one of the most brilliant theologians and spiritual leaders of our age. As pope he authored the best-selling Jesus of Nazareth. Prior to his pontificate, he wrote many influential books important for the contemporary Church, such as Introduction to Christianity and The Spirit of the Liturgy.

About this edition

• Publisher: Ignatius Press
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 1586171224
• ISBN 13: 9781586171223
• Binding: Hardcover
• Number of pages: 120