john paul

This book details Karol Wojtyla's childhood and the events that led him to be named Pope John Paul II in 1978.

Jack Ryan, having jumped at the offer to join the CIA as a freelance analyst in the early 1980s, quickly finds himself in over his head when he uncovers a KGB plot to assassinate Pope John Paul II.

Karol Wojtyla was born in a small Polish town and in October, 1978 he became the first non-Italian pope in 455 years.

Traces the life of Karol Wojtyla from his childhood and student years in Poland through his ordination as a priest, his election as Pope John Paul II, and his efforts to strengthen the Catholic Church.

A collection of quotations and speeches which reflect Pope John Paul II's thoughts on family, faith, life, and God's love, taken from his talks with children and young adults.