The Life & Pontificate of Pope Pius XII: Between History and Controversy

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The life and pontificate of Eugenio Pacelli, Pope Pius XII, are explored in depth, highlighting his traditionalism and legalism amidst a turbulent period. The book provides a balanced account, examining his responses to modernity and reform within the Church and society. While it addresses the controversial topic of his silence during the Holocaust, it does so within a historical and objective context, focusing more on the influences that shaped his policies and actions throughout his tenure.