In Peter's Footsteps: A Papal History
Hult, Jonathan
Nearly 300 popes have reigned over two millennia. Diverse in piety, talent and intellect, they have been the ultimate arbiters of life, faith and morals for countless millions. This, concise, colorful and highly readable account of their role in history conveys abiding love of the Church and a comprehensive knowledge of the subject, from the earliesr days of fierce persecution to modern times.