Released prior to the recent passing of the beloved Pope John Paul II, this lovely book examines his life and work from a perspective that transcends mere biography. Garner inspiration from the many stories and circumstances shared by Allegri and learn more about why this man was so unique, special and great.

Allegri offers not a simple biography, but examination of the "mysteries" inherent in the life of Karol Wojtyla (John Paul II) born in Silesia in 1884 and elected Pope in 1978. These events, beginning with his mother's refusal to take the advice of her doctor and have an abortion when she became pregnant with Karol, include the "Third Mystery of Fatima." The content of the third mystery was to be held secret until 1960, but for unknown reasons was not revealed until 2000. The secret is interpreted to foretell the attempted assassination of John Paul II in 1981, after which the Pope, himself, said Our Lady had intervened to save his life.

Aside from these and other events that point to Wojtyla's being chosen by God to lead the church, the author presents a wealth of information about the current pope's upbringing and his life as a young man before and during World War II. As we witness the failing health of this pontiff, Allegri also reminds us of the physical vigor Wojtyla brought to the papacy.