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Cardinal George: Simply Catholic

Abp. Charles J. Chaput, First Things

Wednesday, January 25, 2023

Archbishop Chaput reviews a new biography of the late Archbishop of Chicago, Francis George by Michael R. Heinlein, which has two great strengths: The first is a matter of craft: He’s a lucid, engaging writer who’s researched George’s life in impressive detail. The second is a matter of substance: The story of Francis George, the man, is thoroughly absorbing.

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