This authoritative biography offers an in-depth look at the life and legacy of Pope Leo XIII, one of the most influential popes in modern history. It covers his major works, including his social encyclicals and efforts to reform the Catholic Church, as well as his personal life and achievements. The book is based on extensive research and offers new insights into the pontiff's life and times. This compelling work is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of the Catholic Church.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.