Between Altars and Alliances
Dimitri Tsakas
ISBN 10: 1764148606 ISBN 13: 9781764148603
Published by Blakrok Insight, 2025
New
Paperback
From
Rarewaves.com USA, London, LONDO, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
AbeBooks Seller since 11 June 2025
This specific item is no longer available.
About this Item
Description:
Seller Inventory # LU-9781764148603
Synopsis:
How did a Jesuit from Argentina become one of the most influential global voices of the 21st century?
Between Altars and Alliances explores the international diplomatic legacy of Pope Francis—a pontificate shaped by spiritual depth, political paradox, and global urgency. As the first Jesuit and Latin American pope, Francis brought to the Vatican a unique blend of pastoral realism and geopolitical awareness, challenging traditional models of papal diplomacy.
In this thought-provoking work, drawn from his original PhD in International Relations, Dr Dimitri Tsakas explores how Pope Francis’ identity and formation—as a Jesuit, a Latin American, and a thinker shaped by broad intellectual and cultural influences—gave rise to a distinctive approach to international engagement. With clarity and insight, this book traces how that background shaped Pope Francis’ evolving relationships with major global powers—including the United States, Russia, and China.
At once spiritual and political, this book shows how Pope Francis redefined the Catholic Church’s role in global affairs—reshaping its diplomatic engagement in an era marked by rising authoritarianism and shifting global power.
Essential reading for students of international relations, papal diplomacy, Church history, and all who seek to understand the forces shaping the relationship between religion and global politics.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Bibliographic Details
Title: Between Altars and Alliances
Publisher: Blakrok Insight
Publication Date: 2025
Binding: Paperback
Condition: New
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Stock Image
Between Altars and Alliances
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 50520583-n
Seller Image
Between Altars and Alliances (Paperback or Softback)
Published by
Blakrok Insight 6/25/2025, 2025
ISBN 10: 1764148606
ISBN 13: 9781764148603
New
Paperback or Softback
Seller: BargainBookStores, Grand Rapids, MI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback or Softback. Condition: New. Between Altars and Alliances. Book. Seller Inventory # BBS-9781764148603
Stock Image
Between Altars and Alliances
Seller: GreatBookPrices, Columbia, MD, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 50520583
Stock Image
Between Altars and Alliances
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: As New. Unread book in perfect condition. Seller Inventory # 50520583
Buy Used
£ 25.52
£ 15 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Between Altars and Alliances
Seller: GreatBookPricesUK, Woodford Green, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: New. Seller Inventory # 50520583-n
Buy New
£ 27.48
£ 15 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: Over 20 available
Stock Image
Between Altars and Alliances (Paperback)
Print on DemandSeller: CitiRetail, Stevenage, United Kingdom
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: new. Paperback. Between Altars and Alliances: The Diplomatic Formation and Legacy of Pope FrancisBy Dimitri Tsakas, PhDHow did a Jesuit from Latin America become one of the most diplomatically active and controversial popes of modern times?This groundbreaking work examines the international legacy of Pope Francis by tracing the spiritual, intellectual, and political formation that shaped his global vision. Drawing on Jesuit spirituality, Latin American theology, and the unfinished promises of the Second Vatican Council, Dr Dimitri Tsakas offers a compelling portrait of a pontiff who blurred the boundaries between faith and foreign policy.From quiet talks in Cuba to delicate moments with Orthodox Russia, from cautious steps toward China to uneasy exchanges with the United States, Francis' diplomacy was never just about strategy - it was a tapestry woven from faith, politics, and the stirrings of a deeply personal mission.With a foreword by Professor Ian Hall, a leading scholar of international relations, Between Altars and Alliances explores how Francis' formation influenced his papal statecraft - and how his legacy now shapes the future of Vatican diplomacy.A captivating journey for those drawn to the crossroads of faith and power - where Catholic tradition meets global politics, and the quiet corridors of the Vatican echo with the currents of international affairs.Essential reading for anyone interested in global politics, Catholicism, and the international strategies that shape Vatican diplomacy. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9781764148603
Buy New
£ 27.49
£ 37 shipping
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Ships from United Kingdom to U.S.A.
Quantity: 1 available
Seller Image
Between Altars and Alliances
Published by
Blakrok Insight Jun 2025, 2025
ISBN 10: 1764148606
ISBN 13: 9781764148603
New
Taschenbuch
Seller: AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Germany
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Taschenbuch. Condition: Neu. Neuware - Between Altars and Alliances: The Diplomatic Formation and Legacy of Pope Francis. Seller Inventory # 9781764148603