Rafael, Cardinal Merry del Val

Rafael, Cardinal Merry Del Val is a biography written by Marie Cecilia Buehrle about the life and career of Rafael Merry del Val, a Spanish-Italian cardinal who served as the Secretary of State for Pope Pius X. The book provides a detailed account of Merry del Val's upbringing, education, and rise to power within the Catholic Church. It also explores his close relationship with Pius X, his role in the Vatican during World War I, and his involvement in the canonization of several saints. Buehrle draws on a variety of primary sources, including letters, diaries, and official documents, to paint a vivid portrait of Merry del Val as a man of great faith, intellect, and influence. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church and the role of the Vatican in world affairs during the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.