Gandhi is an international icon, but did his influence extend up to the Vatican? The book replies to historical inquiries that include his inability to meet Pius XI, examines papal tributes to Gandhi and similarities between him and Pope Francis. It assesses the claim that Gandhi was influenced by Christ, and that Francis was influenced by Gandhi.

Peter Gonsalves, PhD, teaches Media Education and the History of Communication at the Salesian Pontifical University in Rome. A member of the Salesians of Don Bosco, a global network for the holistic development of youth, he coordinated its first five-language web portal. He was also president of , the international wing of , which is an association of Catholic communicators for a culture of peace. His previous publications include, (1994/2000), (2010) and (2012).

«[...] a wealth of material that teaches a great deal about the Catholic Church and Gandhi over the last 70 years.» (Paul A. Soukup, Communication Research Trends Vol.36 No.3 2017) «This is indeed an informative book. [...] If you first read the Conclusion of the book (pp. 165-168), you will most likely find this book unputdownable.» (Abraham M. Antony, Mission Today Vol. XVII No. 3, 2015) «[...] the book can be appreciated as a lively and detailed introduction to Indo-Christian intercultural exchange.» (Mario Prayer, The Catholic Historical Review Spring 2017)

Contents: Gandhi unable to meet Pius XI – Popes praise Gandhi – Pope Francis’ communication revolution – Gandhi and Bergoglio on religion – Gandhi influenced by Christ? – Pope Francis influenced by Gandhi? – Appendix containing Popes’ writings on Gandhi – Being Jesuit the Gandhian Way.