The American Pope: the Life and Times of Francis Cardinal Spellman
1/4 Cloth
1984 · New York
by Cooney, John
New York: Times Books. Fine in Fine dust jacket. 1984. Second Printing. 1/4 Cloth. 0812911202 . A Fine Second Printing in a Fine dust-jacket ; John Cooney's new book, The American Pope: the Life and Times of Francis Cardinal Spellman, is a biography of the late Cardinal Spellman. Spellman was a towering figure in American Catholicism and one of the most influential preachers of the twentieth century. In this lively and engaging book, Cooney tells the story of Spellman's life and ministry, exploring his relationships with presidents, senators, and other political leaders; his role in the civil rights movement; and his work as a priest, bishop, and cardinal. The American Pope is an engaging and informative look at one of the most important religious leaders of the twentieth century.; 8vo; 364 pages . (Inventory #: 123365)