The Global Vatican : An Inside Look At The Cath... Apr 2026

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

What makes The Global Vatican stand out is how it blends erudite historical analysis with warm, personal anecdotes. Rooney takes readers behind the scenes of the "Byzantine bureaucracy" of the Vatican, offering glimpses into his interactions with high-ranking officials and the Pope himself. The global Vatican : an inside look at the Cath...

Rooney masterfully explains why this relationship is more than just a symbolic gesture: : The book details how the Vatican navigated

: Rooney argues that despite their differences, there is a fundamental "symmetry of values" between American ideals and the Holy See’s social mission. Part Memoir, Part History Lesson Rooney masterfully explains why this relationship is more

The Global Vatican: An Inside Look at the Catholic Church, World Politics, and the Extraordinary Relationship Between the United States and the Holy See