The Cardinal's Story: The Life And Work Of Joseph Cardinal Mindszenty (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781436715393)

The Cardinal's Story: The Life and Work of Joseph Cardinal Mindszenty is a comprehensive biography written by Stephen K. Swift. The book covers the life of Joseph Cardinal Mindszenty, a Hungarian prelate who played a significant role in the Catholic Church during the 20th century. The author delves into the Cardinal's early life, his education, and his rise to power within the Church. The book also covers the Cardinal's political activism and his opposition to communism, which led to his imprisonment and torture by the Hungarian government. The author provides a detailed account of the Cardinal's trial, his subsequent exile to the United States, and his eventual return to Hungary. Throughout the book, the author explores the Cardinal's beliefs and values, including his commitment to human rights and social justice. The book also includes a discussion of the Cardinal's legacy and his impact on the Catholic Church and Hungarian society. Overall, The Cardinal's Story is a fascinating and insightful biography that provides a comprehensive look at the life and work of Joseph Cardinal Mindszenty. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church, Hungarian politics, or the fight against communism.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.

Author: Stephen K. Swift
ISBN-10: 1436715393
ISBN-13: 9781436715393
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2008
Pages: 348
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 1.50lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.94d