POPE LEO XIII. IN DEFENSE OF THE PEOPLE

Discover the fascinating story of Pope Leo XIII, who bravely stood up in defense of the people. This captivating biographical novel transports the reader to the world of social and spiritual changes of the 19th century. Learn about the fate of a man who changed the face of the Church, fighting for justice and dignity for all.

• Captivating biographical novel about the life of Leo XIII
• Engaging plot combining elements of sensation, crime and romance
• Deep theological reflection on the message of the worker pope
• Faithful reproduction of historical facts with attention to detail
• Accessible language for readers unfamiliar with church history
• Inspiring story about courage, determination and the fight for justice
• Current message about the need for social reforms and the defense of human rights

In his book "Pope Leo XIII. In defense of the people", Lech Tkaczyk presents the figure of the Pope as a man of extraordinary education, courage and consistency in the pursuit of church reform. The novel shows his path from the young Gioacchino Pecci, who came from a poor noble family, to the election as Pope and the challenging years of his pontificate. The author masterfully balances between the faithful reproduction of facts and narrative freedom, which makes the book accessible even to readers unfamiliar with church history.

The novel does not lack sensational and criminal elements - Lee Chang, a researcher of old prints, discovers a contemporary intrigue related to the theft of the manuscript of the encyclical "Rerum Novarum". This contemporary puzzle, woven into the historical narrative, perfectly complements the main thread of the narrative, emphasizing the enduring importance of Leo XIII's social thought. The dialogues are natural, full of emotions, and the descriptions of the Vatican and 19th-century Rome are picturesque and suggestive.

The book "Pope Leo XIII. In defense of the people" shows not only the profile of the Pope, but also his views and message, which - as it turns out - are still relevant. It is the story of a man who changed the face of the Church, not being afraid to stand on the side of working people and oppose social injustice. Lech Tkaczyk, the author of the book, is a graduate of the University of Life Sciences in Wrocław and the International Doctoral Studies in Marketing and Management at the University of Economics in Wrocław. His work combines knowledge from various fields, inspiring readers and encouraging them to deeper reflection.

A5 format, hardcover, 200 pages. ASTRUM Publishing House, year of publication 2025. The book is ideal for lovers of history, biographies and non-fiction literature. Learn about the fate of the Pope who changed the world!