Pope Francis: Life & Revolution offers an intimate biography of Jorge Bergoglio from the unique perspective of Elisabetta Piqué, an internationally acclaimed journalist who has known him since 2001. Drawing on over 75 interviews with friends, clergy, and Vatican insiders, the narrative reveals personal moments that shaped his outlook.
Here, readers will discover how Bergoglio’s early life in Argentina, his Jesuit training, and his role inside the Vatican prepared him for leadership. Piqué details episodes that illustrate his humility, diplomatic skill, and commitment to social justice, painting a portrait of a transformative figure in modern Catholicism.
Complete with a foreword by Cardinal Seán O'Malley, this work goes beyond official accounts to highlight Francis’s warmth, wisdom, and drive for reform. It serves as both a definitive resource on his papacy and an inspiring story of faith in action.
Key Features
- Features firsthand insights from bishops, cardinals, and lay collaborators
- Explores key moments in Francis’s journey, from Buenos Aires to the Vatican
- Emphasizes themes of service, humility, and global outreach