The book "David Hope, Baron Hope of Thornes" offers a comprehensive look at the life and career of David Michael Hope, who served as Archbishop of York from 1995 to 2005. It highlights his ordination as a deacon and priest in the 1960s, as well as his role as Principal of St Stephen's House, an Anglo-Catholic theological college in Oxford. Additionally, it discusses his time as Vicar of All Saints Church in London and his episcopal duties in Wakefield and London. The book is based on articles from Wikipedia and other free sources, providing an informative overview of the significant milestones in Hope's life and his influence within the Church of England. It is a valuable work for anyone interested in the history of the Anglican Church and the role of leaders within it.