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The Pope at War

The Secret History of Pius XII, Mussolini, and Hitler

David I. Kertzer

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Description

The Pope at War (2022) follows the first years of Eugenio Pacelli’s papacy. Based on documents released by the Vatican in 2020, the book reveals the never-before-told story of the pope’s secret negotiations with Hitler.

Who Should Listen

  • World War II history buffs
  • Students of Catholic history
  • Anyone interested in why good people do bad things

About the Authors

David L. Kertzer is an award-winning author, anthropologist, and historian. His book The Pope and Mussolini won the Pulitzer Prize in 2015.