Benedict XV: A Voice of Hope During the Great War
A Biography of Leadership, Courage, and Humanity in an Era of Conflict
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Amid the thunderous chaos of World War I, one man stood as a beacon of hope and reconciliation: Pope Benedict XV. In this compelling biography, Benedict XV: A Voice of Hope During the Great War, Giovanni Leoni delves into the extraordinary life and papacy of Giacomo della Chiesa, the man who ascended to the papal throne at a time when the world desperately needed a voice of unity and compassion.Benedict XV's tenure is often overshadowed by the devastating events of the Great War, yet his unwavering commitment to peace and humanity carved a unique path through the darkness of conflict. From his groundbreaking 1917 Peace Note, a bold call for reconciliation among warring nations, to his tireless efforts in providing humanitarian aid to war-torn communities, Benedict XV redefined the role of the papacy in international affairs.Leoni masterfully brings to life the challenges Benedict XV faced: navigating the Vatican's neutrality in a deeply divided world, advocating for the powerless amid geopolitical strife, and balancing tradition with the need for reform in a rapidly changing era. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, this biography paints an intimate portrait of a leader whose courage and vision resonate as powerfully today as they did a century ago.For readers of history, theology, and those seeking inspiration from a figure who dared to stand for peace in an era dominated by violence, Benedict XV: A Voice of Hope During the Great War offers a profound exploration of leadership, courage, and enduring humanity.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 28.11.2024 |
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| Verlagsort | Dietikon |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 148 x 210 mm |
| Gewicht | 429 g |
| Themenwelt | Literatur ► Romane / Erzählungen |
| Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik | |
| Schlagworte | Benedict XV biography • Catholic Church history • Forgotten pope history • Giacomo Paolo Giovanni Battista della Chiesa • Great War papacy • Papal diplomacy WWI • Papal history insights • Pope during World War I • Vatican and WWI |
| ISBN-10 | 3-384-43862-0 / 3384438620 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-3-384-43862-1 / 9783384438621 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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