Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope

This biography by veteran Vatican journalist Edward Pentin offers an in-depth look at Cardinal Robert Prevost, newly elected as Pope Leo XIV. As one of the first comprehensive accounts of the new pontiff, the book provides background on Prevost’s life, rise within the Church, and what his leadership might mean for the future of Catholicism. With decades of experience covering the Vatican and several previous papacies, Pentin delivers a well-informed, accessible narrative grounded in solid journalism. At 240 pages, this paperback is a timely and essential read for anyone seeking to understand the new pope and his vision for the Catholic Church.