The current volume aims to shed new light on the relationships between Catholicism and books during the early modern period, gathering studies with special focus on trade, common readings and the mechanisms used to control readership in different territories.

Presents three sermons on how to live as a Christian in the modern secular world, discussing the true meaning of love for God and for one's neighbor and the importance of faith, both for oneself and as a witness to others.

An analysis of contemporary Catholic social thought, including topics of multiculturalism, economic justice, abortion, and capital punishment.

A lively investigation of the Catholic Church and its controversial social mission in the developing world