Benedict XVI Pope 1927-

Jesus of Nazareth : from the baptism in the Jordan to the transfiguration by Benedict ( Book )
60 editions published between 2007 and 2011 in 10 languages and held by 2,299 libraries worldwide
In his first book written as pope, Benedict XVI offers a portrait of Jesus based on the Gospels and encourages Christians to better understand the central figure of their faith.

Introduction to Christianity by Benedict ( Book )
70 editions published between 1968 and 2007 in 9 languages and held by 1,101 libraries worldwide
This volume is a newly revised second edition with an improved translation and an in-depth 20 page preface by the Cardinal. As he states in the preface, since this book was first published over 30 years ago, many changes and significant events have occurred in the world, and in the Church. But even so, he says he is firmly convinced that his fundamental approach in this book is still very timely and crucial for the spiritual needs of modern man. That approach puts the question of God and the question about Christ in the very center, which leads to a "narrative Christology" and demonstrates that the place for faith is in the Church. Thus, this remarkable elucidation of the Apostle's Creed gives a ... modern interpretation of the foundations of Christianity. His ... treatment of Christianity's basic truths combines a spiritual outlook with a deep knowledge of Scripture and the history of theology. -BooksInPrint.

Without roots : the West, relativism, Christianity, Islam by Benedict ( Book )
4 editions published in 2006 in English and held by 899 libraries worldwide
This is Ratzinger's first book as Pope. Written in conjunction with President of the Italian Senate, Marcello Pera--a partnering of the statesman and the holy man--the book is a reassessment of the European "West" and its struggle to define itself in the wake of war, terrorism, diplomatic and spiritual crisis. Pope Benedict reveals a thorough grasp of the contemporary global climate and the tentative and fractious bonds that tie Europe to the rest of the world. Though critical and cautionary, the new Pope ultimately offers an assertive message of hope to mend the West's fractured identity and reconnect with its spiritual roots.--From publisher description.

Jesus of Nazareth. Part two, Holy week : from the entrance into Jerusalem to the Resurrection by Benedict ( Book )
2 editions published in 2011 in English and held by 841 libraries worldwide
Offers a detailed analysis of Jesus Christ's final week in Jerusalem, examining the political, religious, and scholarly aspects of Jesus' life, teaching, death, and resurrection.

The essential Pope Benedict XVI : his central writings and speeches by Benedict ( Book )
6 editions published between 2007 and 2008 in English and held by 694 libraries worldwide
A collection of writings and speeches by Pope Benedict XVI introduces his perspectives on key issues marking his papacy, addressing topics ranging from abortion and priesthood sexual misconduct to anti-Semitism and Christian relations with Islam.

Salt of the earth : Christianity and the Catholic Church at the end of the millennium by Benedict ( Book )
39 editions published between 1996 and 2007 in 8 languages and held by 655 libraries worldwide
"Ratzinger begins by discussing his own life, including his family life, seminary studies, being a theology professor and writer, becoming a Bishop, Cardinal, and the Pope's top authority on doctrine as head of the CDF. He then discusses the problems of the Catholic Church today, answering tough questions about the Church's position on divorce, celibacy, contraception, abortion, women's ordination, ecumenism, etc., and talks about the challenges and hopes of the future of the Church and the world at the beginning of the Third Millennium."--Cover.

The Ratzinger report : an exclusive interview on the state of the Church by Benedict ( Book )
15 editions published between 1985 and 2005 in 3 languages and held by 641 libraries worldwide

Truth and tolerance : Christian belief and world religions by Benedict ( Book )
9 editions published between 2003 and 2006 in 5 languages and held by 613 libraries worldwide

Let God's light shine forth : the spiritual vision of Pope Benedict XVI by Benedict ( Book )
10 editions published between 2005 and 2008 in 3 languages and held by 580 libraries worldwide
Though he was a familiar Church leader for many years before becoming Pope, there has been little awareness of the spiritual side of Benedict XVI. [In this book, the editor] offers [an] introduction to the life and work of Pope Benedict XVI and then presents an absorbing collection of his most persuasive words. -Dust jacket.

Milestones : memoirs, 1927-1977 by Benedict ( Book )
32 editions published between 1997 and 2006 in 7 languages and held by 575 libraries worldwide
The autobiography of one of the most influential men in the Catholic Church. Written before he became Pope, Ratzinger tells of his family life, the war years of Nazi oppression, his intellectual and spiritual formation, and his participation in the second Vatican Council. 1998.