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POPE FRANCIS' DEBUT MEMOIR · A moving, deeply human account of the life and legacy of one of the bravest and most visionary leaders in modern history—A must read for all generations in a world yearning for hope and changeFor the first time, Pope Francis tells the story of his life as he looks back on the momentous world events that have changed history—from his earliest years during the outbreak of World War II in 1939 to the turmoil of today.An extraordinary personal and historical journey,Lifeis the story of aman and a world in dramatic change. A champion for the oppressed and marginalized—and the future of our planet—Pope Francis has inspired all of us to take action to alter the course of history toward a more loving and humane trajectory.With eloquence, passion, and humility, Pope Francis recalls his life through memories and observations of the most significant occurrences of the past eight decades. The book opens with three-year-old Jorge in the kitchen with his mother in Argent

In this debut collection of essays and poetry, musician, speaker, and activist Propaganda inspires us to create a better, more equitable world."If we get to make the very cultures that shape who we are, then let us remake them in the best way possible."In this deep, challenging, and thoughtful book, Propaganda looks at the ways in which our world is broken. Using the metaphor of terraforming--creating a livable world out of an inhospitable one--he shows how we can begin to reshape our homes, friendships, communities, and politics.In this transformative time--when we are redefining what a truly just and equitable world looks like, and reflecting on the work that needs to be done both in our spiritual and secular lives--Propaganda rallies readers to create that just world. He sheds light on how nefarious origin stories have skewed our views of ourselves and others and allowed gross injustices, and demonstrates how great storytelling and excellent art can create and shape new perspectives

From the founders of Scopio, the largest online library of authentic and original photographs, a stunning and unforgettable visual history that captures the world’s response to major events that defined 2020: the COVID pandemic and the sweeping movements for racial and social justice.In 2020, the world experienced massive change. Millions of lives were ended―and millions more upended―by the Covid-19 pandemic. The shocking police killings of Black men and women gave rise to powerful social movements and widespread collective action to rectify centuries of injustice and racism. Together, these three colossal events tested the resilience of the social fabric bringing us all together. Attempting to illuminate and make sense of this new reality, artists from around the world documented these revolutionary moments as they unfolded. Now, many of their images have been collected in this beautiful and thought-provoking compendium. Carefully combing through their archive, the founders of Scopio,

A thoroughly revised edition of The HarperCollins Study Bible, one of the leading study bibles used in undergraduate and graduate courses, the first study bible offering the full text of the New Revised Standard Version--Updated Edition.Written by and supported by the largest and most respected academic association of Bible scholars, The Society of Biblical Literature, The SBL Study Bible is the landmark general reference Bible that offers the full text of the New Revised Standard Version.Now, this completely revised edition reflects the changes in the updated NRSV, incorporating: The latest scholarship and findingsNew diagrams, charts, and maps covering all the key time periods and regions of biblical eventsComprehensive, accessible introductions to every book of the Bible with commentary and notes on each pageHundreds of new articles, charts, and images explaining key words, concepts, people, historical events, and historical context.

New York Times bestselling author and acclaimed religion scholar, Stephen Prothero, captures the compelling and unique saga of twentieth-century America on an identity quest through the eyes and books of one of the most influential editors of the day--a search, born of two world wars, for resolution of our divided identity as a Christian nation and a nation of religions.One summer evening in 1916 in Blanchester, Ohio, a sixteen-year-old farm boy was riding his horse past the town cemetery. The horse reared back and whinnied, and Eugene Exman saw God. For the rest of his life, he struggled to recreate that moment. Through a treasure of personal letters and papers, God, the Bestseller explores Exman's personal quest. A journey that would lead him in the late 1920s to the Harper religious books department, which he turned during the Great Depression into a money-making juggernaut and the country's top religion publisher. Exman's role in the shaping of American religion is undeniable. Here

The former Stanford University sailing coach sentenced in the Varsity Blues college admissions scandal tells the riveting true story of how he was drawn unwittingly into a web of deceit in this eye-opening memoir that offers a damning portrait of modern college administration and the ways in which justice and fairness do not always intersect. For eleven years, John Vandemoer ran the prestigious Stanford University sailing program in which he coached Olympians and All-Americans. Though the hours were long and the program struggled for funding, sailing gave Vandemoer's life shape and meaning. But early one morning, everything came crashing down when Vandemoer, still in his pajamas, opened the door to find FBI and IRS agents on his doorstep. He quickly learned that a recruiter named Rick Singer had used him as a stooge in a sophisticated scheme designed to take advantage of college coaches and play to the endless appetite for university fundraising--and wealthy parents looking for an edg

Introducing the Martin Luther King Jr LibraryA keepsake daily writing practice journal inspired by the life and words of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., drawn from Dr. King's archives published exclusively by HarperCollins.Few figures in world history have been as galvanizing as the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. More than fifty years after his death, his words continue to resonate, offering clarity and strength to influential thinkers, activists, and artists and to people of all ages, colors, and creeds yearning to create a better, more just, and equitable world.Dream Journal honors Dr. King's legacy by encouraging others to pursue their own aspirations. Featuring words of inspiration from this revered spiritual leader's life and work, accompanied by thought-provoking images, the first annual edition of this collectible diary offers a year's worth of prompts readers can use to think more deeply about Dr. King's words, clarify their own intentions, define their dreams, and set future goal

From MindBodyGreen’s Senior Sustainability Editor and the co-author of The Spirit Almanac comes a definitive guide to reconnecting with the outdoors, rich with new research on how time in nature is essential to our wellbeing.For centuries, humankind was connected to nature. Yet we’ve evolved to feel safer inside on our devices, in spite of the fact that most of us feel our most calm, creative, and captivated outdoors. Most of us have become disconnected from the earth we love: we spend just 12 hours outside a week and 77 hours in front of screens.In this timely, much-needed book, Emma Loewe reminds us of what we are losing and provides a framework for reconnecting with the outdoors for the sake of our health and the planet’s. Drawing on new research from environmental psychology, biology, and ecology on nature’s healing benefits as well as wisdom on the unquantifiable, spiritual power of the outdoors, she provides self-care rituals to put them into practice and wisdom for protecting th

From the creative minds of the scholarly group behind the groundbreaking Jesus Seminar comes this provocative and eye-opening look at the roots of Christianity that offers a thoughtful reconsideration of the first two centuries of the Jesus movement, transforming our understanding of the religion and its early dissemination.Christianity has endured for more than two millennia and is practiced by billions worldwide today. Yet that longevity has created difficulties for scholars tracing the religion's roots, distorting much of the historical investigation into the first two centuries of the Jesus movement. But what if Christianity died in the fourth or fifth centuries after it began? How would that change how historians see and understand its first two hundred years?Considering these questions, three Bible scholars from the Westar Institute summarize the work of the Christianity Seminar and its efforts to offer a new way of thinking about Christianity and its roots. Synthesizing the inst

In this transformative guide, TikTok’s most popular gardener, Marcus Bridgewater―aka Garden Marcus―offers lessons for growth rooted in lessons from the plant world to help cultivate the soul.Marcus Bridgewater has been compared to Bob Ross and Mister Rogers for his soothing TikTok videos that relate botany to humanity. A gardener “who shares tips about caring for one’s plants and oneself” (New York Times) and “is not only a trove of information if you’re looking to flex your green thumb, but a balm for the pandemic-induced chaos happening in the world” (Vogue), his soothing observations on plants and life have made him a social media star. In caring for over 600 plants, Marcus has gained invaluable wisdom. Life inside us yearns to grow; like plants, humans maximize their potential when presented with the right conditions. Through care and attention, he reminds us, we can successfully cultivate growth. Centered on a trinity of wellbeing―Mental Health, Physical Fitness, and Spiritual Awa

Drawing on years of experience as a clinical psychologist, online sensation Dr Julie Smith provides the skills you need to navigate common life challenges and take charge of your emotional and mental health in her debut book.Filled with secrets from a therapist's toolkit, Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before teaches you how to fortify and maintain your mental health, even in the most trying of times. Dr Julie Smith's expert advice and powerful coping techniques will help you stay resilient, whether you want to manage anxiety, deal with criticism, cope with depression, build self-confidence, find motivation, or learn to forgive yourself. Why Has Nobody Told Me This Before tackles everyday issues and offers practical solutions in bite-sized, easy-to-digest entries which make it easy to quickly find specific information and guidance. Your mental well-being is just as important as your physical well-being. Packed with proven strategies, Dr. Julie's empathetic guide offers a deeper understand

The author of the bestselling The Road Back to You reveals how to use the power of the Enneagram--the ancient personality typing system--to overwrite the negative, outdated stories you tell yourself to ultimately become your true self.In this powerful, transformative guide, Ian Morgan Cron demonstrates the life-changing power of the Enneagram. Cron challenges you to rethink the stale stories you tell yourself about who you are and offers lessons in using the Enneagram to help you change your story. As you free your mind from the outdated messages you learned in childhood and master your Enneagram profile, you unlock your own inner power for spiritual growth--and, ultimately, for becoming the true self God meant for you to be.Drawing on his extensive counseling and personal experience, Cron examines each of the nine personality types and explains step by step how each can find happiness by understanding their origin story, harnessing your type's strengths, acknowledging weaknesses, and

The renowned educator and author of the internationally bestselling Peace Is Possible shows us how to quiet the noise of our busy lives and to hear our own unique authentic voice―the source of peace.T

Introducing the Martin Luther King Jr LibraryWith a New ForewordA beautiful collectible edition of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr's legendary speech at the March on Washington, part of Dr. King's archives published exclusively by HarperCollins.On August 28, 1963, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stood before thousands of Americans who had gathered at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. in the name of civil rights. Including the immortal words, "I have a dream," Dr. King's keynote speech would energize a movement and change the course of history.With references to the Gettysburg Address, the Emancipation Proclamation, the Declaration of Independence, the U.S. Constitution, Shakespeare, and the Bible, Dr. King's March on Washington address has long been hailed as one of the greatest pieces of writing and oration in history. Profound and deeply moving, it is as relevant today as it was nearly sixty years earlier.This beautifully designed hardcover edition presents Dr. King's speech in its entir

"Georgia Pritchett is a singularly hilarious person. Her book is a delightful and perfect reflection of her. Its tenderness sneaks up on you and really packs a punch. What a magnificent read!"--Julia Louis DreyfusJenny Lawson meets Nora Ephron in this joyful memoir-in-vignettes on living--and thriving--with anxiety from a multiple Emmy Award-winning comedy writer whose credits include Succession and Veep.When Georgia Pritchett found herself lost for words--a bit of a predicament for a comedy writer--she turned to a therapist, who suggested she try writing down some of the things that worried her. But instead of a grocery list of concerns, Georgia wrote this book.A natural born worrywart, Georgia's life has been defined by her quirky anxiety. During childhood, she was agitated about the monsters under her bed (Were they comfy enough?). Going into labor, she fretted about making a fuss ("Sorry to interrupt, but the baby is coming out of my body," I said politely). Winning a prestigious a

From the New York Times bestselling author of Unfu*k Yourself comes tough-love that explains what makes relationships work: you taking responsibility to fix yourself.If there's so much advice out there on how to make love last, why do so many of us still suck at relationships? Because what's out there is BS says New York Times bestselling author Gary John Bishop. Relationships are NOT 50/50; they're NOT a compromise or a sacrifice, and they're NOT about getting along. In this edgy guide, Bishop dispels all the myths and superstitious crap and lays out an authentic blueprint for real, unabashed relationship success, including: Stop blaming your relationship problems on other peopleYour relationship lives or dies based on you and you aloneYour job is to become the best partner you can beBishop argues that a lasting relationship is about responsibility. It's about going all in with no holding back. Becoming the best possible partner means you commit to work on yourself so you can be someo

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER"A smart, wise, often side-splittingly funny master class in seeking God. Any spiritual seeker--from atheist to professional religious--will cherish this bravura tome from one of our great spiritual guides, in the lineage of C. S. Lewis, Henri Nouwen, Thomas Merton, Gandhi, and Mother Teresa. Hallelujah & amen!"--Mary Karr, author of Lit and The Liar's ClubOne of America's most beloved spiritual leaders and the New York Times bestselling author of The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything and Jesus: A Pilgrimage teaches anyone to converse with God in this comprehensive guide to prayer.In The Jesuit Guide to (Almost) Everything, Father James Martin included a chapter on communicating with God. Now, he expands those thoughts in this profound and practical handbook. Learning to Pray explains what prayer is, what to expect from praying, how to do it, and how it can transform us when we make it a regular practice in our lives. A trusted guide walking beside us as we n