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The Accidental Pope
A Novel
by Robin Moore ; Raymond Flynn
ISBN: 0312268017
ISBN-13: 9780312268015
Format: Hardcover
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Summary
By a series of flukes, plain Bill Kelly of Cape Cod is elected Pope, and-during his brief reign-dispenses homespun wisdom and does good deeds all over the world, including bringing peace to Ireland and helping to alleviate poverty in Africa.
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Publisher: St Martins Pr
Published date: 2000
Edition: 1th edition
Size: 6.5 x 9.75 inches
Weight: 1.45 pounds
Pages: 394
Publisher's Notes
The former US Ambassador to the Vatican and the bestselling author of The French Connection join forces to write an unforgettable, compelling novel about a humble fisherman who is elected as the next Pope. Locked in a stalemate after days of voting, the College of Cardinals struggles through the arduous process of electing a new pope after the death of Pope John Paul II. In an effort to break the impasse at the conclave, Brian Comiskey, Cardinal Primate of All Ireland, in a stunning surprise development, withdraws from the race. Explaining his decision, he offers an anecdote about being among a boat load of clerics who were caught in an unexpected storm, then miraculously rescued by his friend Bill Kelly, a former priest and now a Cape Cod fisherman. The next day at the Sistine Chapel, still undecided about who they should vote for, the Cardinals smile to themselves as they cast what they think are throw-away symbolic votes for Bill Kelly--but no one is laughing when he is elected Pope. Meanwhile, in Massachusetts, Bill Kelly is on his boat at sea when he has a very clear and disturbing revelation: God is once again calling him to serve his Church. Thus begins the reign of the first American Pope. Written with the style of bestselling novelist Robin Moore and the political brilliance and authority of former U. S. Ambassador Raymond Flynn, The Accidental Pope is not a religious book about politics, nor a political book about religion, but a story that gives insight into the Vatican and the role of the Holy See in world events. The Accidental Pope is a globetrotting tale full of suspense, drama, and humor.
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The Accidental Pope: A Novel
Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
St. Martin's Press. Hardcover. 0312268017 A former library book with the usual identifiers in a protective glossy dust jacket covering. Dust Jacket has some edgewear present. 2000 St. Martin's Press Hard Cover . Very Good. 2000. ( more information) Offered by Seashellbooks.com, Inc. (United States)
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St. Martin's Press. Hardcover. 0312268017 A wonderful copy with some minor edgewear to the cover. Dust Jacket has some edgewear present. 2000 St. Martin's Press Hard Cover . Very Good. 2000. ( more information) Offered by Seashellbooks.com, Inc. (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: A Novel
Raymond Flynn, Robin Moore
St. Martin's Press. Used - Good. Former Library book. Shows some signs of wear, and may have some markings on the inside. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Shipped to over one million happy customers! Your purchase benefits world literacy! ( more information) Offered by Better World Books (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
St. Martin's Press. Hardcover. 0312268017 Excellent Condition FIRST EDITION Hard Cover book with paper dust jacket cover! Clean pages, no writing in book, dust jacket great - no tears, dust jacket price states $24.95, mild shelf rub, This book is Near NEW! Shop & Save with us at kjcactusbooks! . Fine. ( more information) Offered by Kjcactusbooks (United States)
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"Accidental Pope, The"
Flynn, Raymond and Robin Moore
NY: St. Martin's Press, 2000. Hardcover 1st Edition 1st Printing NF/F 8vo - 394 pp. Two top edge spots else clean and firm with the DJ in a protective cover. ISBN: 0-312-26801-7 ( more information) Offered by ABI Books (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
New York, NY, U.S.A.: St. Martin's Press, 2000 This book is in Very Good to Fine condition, with a dust jacket in Good condition; an excellent reading copy.. Hard Cover. Very Good to Fine/Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Booksmart (United States)
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THE ACCIDENTAL POPE: A NOVEL
, RAYMOND FLYNN
ST. MARTIN'S PRESS, 2000. HARDCOVER. Very Good. VERY GOOD. ( more information) Offered by Mybooklocator (United States)
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The Accidental Pope : A Novel
Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Saint Martin's Press, LLC, 2000. First Edition. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Tom and Rita McCauley (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: A Novel
Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
St. Martin's Press. Hardcover. 0312268017 Book and dust jacket in excellent condition, hardover. Shop & Save with us at kjcactusbooks! . Very Good. ( more information) Offered by Kjcactusbooks (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Saint Martin's Press, LLC, 2000. light edgewear o/w nice copy. Second Printing. Cloth. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ( more information) Offered by Redbrick Books (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: a Novel
Flynn, Raymond & Moore, Robin
New York: St. Martin's Press, 2000 A very good copy with no marks or tears. Binding tight and pages clean and bright.. Advanced Readers Copy/uncorrected Proof. Trade Paperback. Very Good/No Jacket. Advanced Reading Copy (ARC). ( more information) Offered by after-words bookstore (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: A Novel
Flynn, Raymond and Robin Moore
New York: St. Martin's Press, 2000. 1st Edition, 1st Printing. Hard Cover. Very Good+/Very Good. Some edge wear to dust jacket including a 1/4" closed tear. 394 pp. ISBN: 0-312-26801-7. ( more information) Offered by Muses Books (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: a Novel
Flynn, Raymond
New York: New York: St. Martin's Press, 2000, 2000 Good in Good jacket Good in Good jacket 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.2 inches. Hardcover. First Edition. 9.5 x 6.5 x 1.2 inches. Book condtion good, DJ good. 1st edition. From Publishers Weekly Writing in uninspired "what-if" mode, ex-U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican Flynn and Moore (The French Connection) jam yet another tale of Triumphant Good through the eye of the millennial needle. Following the death of Pope John Paul II, the College of Cardinals convenes to elect a new pope. While the whole world watches, an Irish cardinal named Comiskey tells a moving story about his seminary friend Bill Kelly, an ex-priest-turned-fisherman, who once saved a group of fellow seminarians from drowning. Unable to reach a consensus after seven days, the cardinals end up casting their votes for the able fisherman. Bill himself has a vision that foretells his good fortune, and although he is a widower with four children, he takes up the mandate and the name of Peter, and heads for Rome with his family. Once established, Pope Peter II/Bill sets out to make everyone happy: the Jews, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Northern Irish Protestants, even homosexuals. Although some interesting modern Church issues are touched on frankly here, such as the controversial deeds of Pius XII and the Catholic and Orthodox conflicts of interest in Africa, theocratic tub-thumping and leaden dialogue sink a feel-good story that's hard to feel good about. (Dec. ) Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc. From Library Journal When a former U.S. Ambassador to the Vatican joins forces with the author of The French Connection to write a novel about the Vatican, the result should be good. Pope John Paul II is dead, and a few of the deadlocked cardinals gathered to elect a new pope jokingly cast a ballot for Bill KellyDa priest turned fisherman who once rescued a swamped boatload of clerics off Cape Cod. To everyone's horror, he wins, and the reign of the first American pope begins. Copyright 2000 Reed Business Information, Inc.. First Edition. Hardcover. Good/Good. ( more information) Offered by Jen's Books (United States)
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The Accidental Pope: A Novel
Raymond L. Flynn; Robin Moore
St Martins Pr, 2000-12. ãƒãƒ¼ãƒ‰ã‚«ãƒãƒ¼. New. BRAND NEW Hardcover with a solid binding in excellent condition; We are a small hard working operation who understand that the economy is tough and every penny counts, shop with us for low prices, quality merchandise, fast shipping, and first-class customer service ( more information) Offered by T's Books (United States)
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THE ACCIDENTAL POPE
Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
New York, NY, U.S.A.: ST. MARTIN'S PRESS, 2000 WHITE JACKET. 394 pages. white jacket. book and jacket are clean, bright and secure.. THIRD PRINT. Hard Cover. Very Good/Very Good. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. FICTION. ( more information) Offered by Jacque Mongelli (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
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New York, NY, U.S.A.: Saint Martin's Press, LLC, 2000. NICE FIRST PRINTING. 394 pp. Light spine bumping. o/w "fine". No jacket, Pages clean and bright, no dog ears. No remainder marks.. Stated First Edition, First Printing. Hard Cover. NF/No Jacket. ( more information) Offered by Second Story Books (United States)
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ST. MARTIN'S PRESS, N.Y, 1/17/2008. NF/NF. 2000 SECOND PRINTING SIGNED BY AUTHOR. BOOK AND JACKET ARE TIGHT AND CLEAN. 394 PAGES. ISBN;0-312-26801-7 ( more information) Offered by Hardcovers @ Old and Rare Inc. (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
New York, NY, U.S.A.: Saint Martin's Press, LLC, 2000. Second printing. A very light bit of rubbing to the bottom flap of the spine and the tips of the bottom corners of the boards. The book is both clean and tight. The dust jacket is in a new mylar cover, it is not faded, clipped, or torn. The book is signed by Flynn with a message "Best Wishes". 194 pages. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. Flynn is the former mayor of Boston and Ambassador to the Vatican. Moore wrote "The Green Berets.". Signed by Author. Hard Cover Cloth Spine. Very Good/Fine. Fiction. ( more information) Offered by A Frugal Family Book Store (United States)
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Flynn, Raymond; Moore, Robin
St. Martin's Press. Hardcover. 0312268017 New with very slight shelf wear from time on shelf (like you'd see at a major chain). We ship daily, provide personalized customer service and want you to have a great experience purchasing from us. Thank you for your consideration. . New. ( more information) Offered by BennettBooksLtd (United States)
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