John Paul II

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John Paul II

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Summary

This is a chronological record of the life of Pope John Paul II in words and pictures, from his birth to the present day It provides autobiographical information from his childhood in Poland in the 1920s to the present day as witnessed by the historical events that marked John Paul's life.

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This lavishly illustrated book celebrates the remarkable life of Pope John Paul II the first non-Italian pontiff since 1523.From his birth in southern Poland in 1920 to the Jubilee Year celbrations of the year 2000 this engrossing book chronicles the life and achievements of Karol Wojtyla set against the world-changing events of the 20th century.Follow his decision to reject a promising acting career in favour of the priesthood his rise through the hierarchy of the Roman Catholic Church his opposition to the Polish communist regime and his election as Pope John Paul II. This compelling book is a respectful tribute to the Pope as a man of God and a courageous man of the people.

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ISBN 13 9780751308532
ISBN 10 0751308536
Title John Paul II
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Hardback
Publisher Dorling Kindersley Ltd
Year published 2000-08-03
Number of pages 160
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.

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