Just John
Just John John Habgood (1927-2019) was Archbishop of York from 1983-1995, and prior to that had served ten years as Bishop of Durham. However, his formidable intellect and shy manner could make him…
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Just John
John Habgood (1927-2019) was Archbishop of York from 1983-1995, and prior to that had served ten years as Bishop of Durham. However, his formidable intellect and shy manner could make him seem a distant, enigmatic figure . His ability to mediate and solve what seemed impossible problems, both in the Church and modern society, is legendary.
Nonetheless, as its title implies, it is a truthful portrayal of the man he was - guileless, flawed, just. This biography, written at Lord Habgood's request and with his full cooperation while alive, is warm, witty and affectionate. The authorized biography of John Habgood by one of the people who knew him best, that 'ecclesiastical version of Alan Bennett', Bishop David