Pope Francis’ long-awaited autobiography, Hope, has been released in 80 countries as of January 14, 2025. Written in collaboration with Italian author Carlo Musso, the book offers a deeply personal narrative of the Pope’s life, from his early 20th-century Italian roots and family migration to Latin America, through his papal journey.
Featuring private photos and unpublished materials provided by the Pope himself, Hope delves into pivotal moments of his papacy and tackles pressing global issues like war, migration, the environment, and social justice. Publishers describe it as a heartfelt memoir that intertwines profound moral insights with humor, leaving readers with a legacy of inspiration and faith.
The English editions are available through Random House in the US and Viking in the UK.https://www.vaticannews.va/en/pope/news/2025-01/pope-francis-autobiography-hope-bookshelves-in-80-languages.html
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