num_pages: 492
description: Tracing the history of the papacy from ancient times to the present day, this illuminating study features detailed profiles of each pope, describing the events of their reign, their role in relation to Catholic doctrine, their accomplishments and failures, and other aspects of each man who ruled the Vatican.
language: English
title: Vicars of Christ: A History of the Popes
titlecomplete: Vicars of Christ: A History of the Popes
genres: Catholic, Religion, Theology, Biography, Nonfiction, History, Christianity
ratings_count: 60
publisher: Citadel