Five things we learn about Pope Francis from his new memoir

Pope Francis’ autobiography, “Hope,” is the first memoir by a sitting pope since the 15th century, focusing on themes like anti-war sentiments, environmental concerns, and the role of the Catholic Church. The book reveals personal stories such as his family’s survival from a shipwreck, his father’s death at a soccer match, his vow to avoid watching TV, surviving assassination attempts during his visit to Iraq, and his preference to be buried at Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome instead of St. Peter’s Basilica.

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