A Powerful, Revolutionary Document of 20th-Century Religious History This 1967 hardcover first edition of A Modern Priest Looks At His Outdated Church is personally hand-signed by the author, Father James Kavanaugh. Upon its release, this deeply candid book shocked the religious community and became a massive New York Times bestseller, serving as a passionate, historic critique of institutional rigidness and a rallying cry for spiritual reform.
Having the personal signature of the late priest-turned-poet makes this a premier collectible for scholars of modern theology, Vatican II-era religious history, and collectors of dramatic 1960s non-fiction memoirs.
Key Features of this Volume:
Author: Father James Kavanaugh
Autograph: Hand-signed by author James Kavanaugh.
Publisher: Trident Press.
Subject Matter: An emotional, intellectually rigorous look into the internal conflicts of a mid-century parish priest navigating faith, dogma, and institutional change.
Format: Hardcover with original cloth and boards.
Secure Packing: To protect the vintage binding and preserve the valuable signature, this book will be enclosed in a protective moisture-barrier sleeve and shipped inside a sturdy, custom-fit box with plenty of professional padding to prevent corner dings.
Service: Sent via USPS Media Mail with tracking provided.