: The book details how the Vatican navigated the challenges of the 20th century, from resisting Fascism and Communism to addressing modern global conflicts.

: Unlike traditional states, the Vatican’s influence is non-territorial, based instead on moral authority and a network that touches 18% of the global population.

He moves from the history of John Carroll, the first Catholic bishop in America, to his own modern-day diplomatic efforts, showing how the Church’s role has evolved from a limited European focus to a truly global perspective. Looking Toward the Future Go to product viewer dialog for this item.