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White Smoke : A Novel of Papal Election
White Smoke A Novel of Papal Election
Author: Andrew M. Greeley
The cardinals of the Roman Catholic Church have gathered in Rome for the papal election following the death of the incumbent pope. Torn by internal conflict and with many of its members alienated, the Church faces one of the most serious crises in its history. A coalition of cardinals favors a more moderate and pluralistic style of papal governa...  more »
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ISBN-13: 9780812590555
ISBN-10: 0812590554
Publication Date: 4/15/1997
Pages: 480
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  • Currently 3.8/5 Stars.
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3.8 stars, based on 33 ratings
Publisher: Forge Books
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Audio Cassette
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A very good historical account of what happens when electing a new pope. This is a fictional account but certainly based on church history. It is an interesting book and certainly worth reading, even though it may be very much outside of your regular genre, which it was for me.
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reviewed White Smoke : A Novel of Papal Election on + 35 more book reviews
As the College of Cardinals meets to choose a new Pope, there is serious dissension in the ranks about whom it should be. Power struggles, politics, and crime all come together in this educational novel. I learned alot about the process in a enjoyable way. Provokes tears, laughter,anger,excitement,and a framework for understanding the modern challenges of the papacy.
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Alittle slow in parts but worth reading for the Vatican Intrigue. Makes you wonder what really happens at at papal election.
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A good story plus you get snippets of Church history!


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