The Genius of Pope John Paul II

Renowned ethicist Richard Spinello offers the first comprehensive presentation of the moral vision of the late Pope John Paul II. The purpose of this book is two-fold--it not only persuasively presents the late pope's vital teachings, but also defends them against critics. Using John Paul II's own writing and speeches, Spinello examines the pope's essential teachings on issues such as reverence for life, concern for the poor and suffering, moral law, conscience, moral choice, intrinsically evil acts, goodness, and freedom. This important new work preserves and promotes the extraordinary legacy of John Paul II by focusing on his role as champion of universal human dignity and objective moral truths.