Lionel Fanthorpe
Priest, journalist, and author
Born
February 9th, 1935
90 years ago
Category
Thinkers & Philosophers
Country
United Kingdom
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Ordained as a priest, contributed to religious journalism and authored numerous works, including fiction and non-fiction. Worked as a lecturer and broadcaster, exploring themes of faith and the supernatural. Engaged in public speaking, sharing insights on various spiritual topics, while also influencing the field with written contributions.
Authored over 100 books on religion and the supernatural
Presented numerous documentaries and television programs on supernatural topics
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