The Second Session: The Debates and Decrees of Vatican Council II, September 29 to December 4, 1963

The book is in good condition with a sturdy hardcover binding. There is no dust jacket. The spine shows some fading, and there is a small stain on the front cover. The pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings.

This first printing of "The Second Session: The Debates and Decrees of Vatican Council II, September 29 to December 4, 1963," by Xavier Rynne, was published by Farrar, Straus & Company in 1964. The book provides an in-depth account of the pivotal second session of Vatican Council II, a significant event in the history of the Catholic Church. Xavier Rynne, a pseudonym for a knowledgeable insider, offers a detailed narrative on the theological debates and decrees that shaped modern Catholicism. This edition, printed in New York, is a valuable resource for scholars and those interested in religious history. The hardcover format, while lacking a dust jacket, remains sturdy and intact, making it a durable addition to any collection. The book is not signed or inscribed, and it is not an ex-library copy.