One of 101 titles in the St. Joseph Picture Book Series, this book by popular author Rev. Jude Winkler, OFM. Conv. relates the life and influence of Saint John Paul II in simple, easy-to-understand language. This title begins with the birth of Karol Wojtyla near Krakow, Poland and covers several significant events in his life prior to his election as Pope in 1978. This title also covers numerous important contributions of his and events that transpired during his papacy. Beautiful illustrations capture many key moments in his extraordinary life. Among the features of this book are: a brief biography of Saint John Paul II vibrant full-color illustrations durable sewn paperback binding Subjects on the life and influence of Saint John Paul II that are covered in this title include: The Birth of Karol Wojtyla The Nazi Invasion of Poland Karol's Spiritual Growth From Young Priest to Bishop The Bishop Becomes a Cardinal Pope John Paul II The Writings of Pope John Paul II The World Traveler The End of Communism The Pope Almost Dies Devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary Saints and Blesseds Holy Years World Youth Day Ecumenism The Pope's Illnesses The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is a magnificent series of religious books for children, superbly illustrated in full color and simply written, that will help all children to better understand the Catholic Faith. These books are ideal for home or school. The St. Joseph Picture Books Series is intended to help teach the basics of the Catholic Faith to children in an enjoyable manner. The books in the Seeries deal with one or more of the following themes: (1) the teachings of the Church, (2) the Christian way of life, and (3) our Catholic worship (including both public and private prayers and devotions). Each book also carries the Imprimatur, assuring that the contents are in line with Church teaching.