Prisoner of the Vatican

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Praise for David Kertzer and Prisoner of the Vatican:"Kertzer once again proves himself a truly compelling historian." — André Aciman"Prisoner of the Vatican reads like exciting fiction. And it has astounding contemporary relevance." — Alfred Uhry"Kertzer's careful scholarship and lucid writing make the human character of this religious institution quite clear." — James Carroll"Fascinating." — Entertainment Weekly"Lively . . . filled with telling anecdotes and colorful descriptions of the various characters involved in the struggle." — America, the National Catholic Weekly"Riveting and fast-paced . . . history writing at its best." — Publishers Weekly, starred review"[A] rousing tale . . . from a masterful, controversial scholar." — Kirkus Reviews, starred review"A chilling and timely warning of what happens when religious power becomes synonymous with political power. If you love Italy, if you love Rome,...