"Deadly Shadows - Comforting Light" is a captivating non-fiction book that documents the memories of Franciscan Father Gereon Goldmann (1916-2003). In this work, an adventurous life story unfolds, spanning from the Catholic youth movement to the Waffen-SS and secret missions at the Vatican. Goldmann recounts his experiences with a remarkable blend of simplicity, suspense, and humor. He describes his ordination as a priest without theological studies, his death sentence in French captivity, and his last-minute rescue. As a missionary in Japan, he becomes known as the "Ragpicker of Tokyo." This book not only offers insights into the challenges and twists of his life but also into the spiritual guidance he experienced.