| Edition |
1st ed. |
| Description |
x, 420 p. ; 25 cm. |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (p. [361]-399) and index. |
| Contents |
Prologue: Princes of the realm -- Boston in the fault lines -- Origins of the Vatican financial system -- Seeds of revolt -- The Vatican, the vigils, and the real estate -- Italian interventions -- The case of the missing millions -- Father Maciel, lord of prosperity -- Borre in Rome -- Secrecy and lamentations -- Prosecution and suppression -- The debts of apostolic succession -- Another California -- America and the Vatican -- Epilogue: Benedict XVI : pope of ironies. |
| Summary |
Examines the way finances are managed in the Catholic Church. Berry argues that the organization is being damaged by secrecy and irresponsible decisions, and exposes the secrecy and deceit that run counter to the values of the Church. |
| Subject |
Catholic Church -- Finance.
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Catholic Church -- Corrupt practices.
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| ISBN |
9780385531320 |
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038553132X |
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