Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Benedict XV is a comprehensive biography of the 258th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church, written by Walter H. Peters. The book explores the life and times of Benedict XV, who served as Pope from 1914 to 1922, during one of the most tumultuous periods in modern history. Peters delves into the early life of Benedict XV, including his upbringing in a noble Italian family, his education, and his early career in the Vatican. The book then follows Benedict XV's rise to the papacy, his efforts to bring peace to Europe during World War I, and his work to rebuild the Church in the aftermath of the war. Throughout the book, Peters provides a detailed and nuanced portrait of Benedict XV, highlighting his strengths as a leader and his struggles with the challenges of his time. The author also explores the political and social context of Benedict XV's papacy, including the rise of fascism and the growing tensions between the Church and the modern world. Overall, The Life of Benedict XV is a fascinating and engaging biography that sheds new light on one of the most important figures in modern Catholic history. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Church, the papacy, or the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
