Bestsellers in libraries La Procure

From October 16 to October 23, the libraries La Procure featured a list of best-selling books, many of which were published recently and cover a range of topics from religious reflections to contemporary social issues.

Pope Léon XIV’s visit to France

One notable title is Album Souvenir De La Visite Du Pape Leon Xiv En France, a commemorative album that includes the Pope’s fourteen official speeches, including nine speeches, four homilies, and one greeting, along with testimonies from followers and a journalist’s account of the visit.

Papal reflections on faith and technology

Another title is For the world to have life: apostolic journey to France: homilies and speeches, which compiles four homilies and nine speeches given during the Pope’s visit to France in 2026. The book explores the Pope’s focus on faith, hope, peace, and care for the vulnerable, all linked to the theme “For the world to have life.”

Encyclical on artificial intelligence

MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS: ENCYCLICAL LETTER is the first encyclical of Pope Léon XIV, titled Magnifica humanitas — “Magnificent humanity.” It addresses the impact of artificial intelligence on human, economic, and cultural life, offering a Christian perspective on the technological changes of the modern era.

Questioning the pursuit of success

Successfully Living by Adrien Candiard challenges the modern push for personal success and fulfillment. Drawing from the book of the prophet Haggai, it suggests a different approach to happiness, inspired by the Gospel, focusing instead on the people for whom one lives.

Reflections on war and faith

You Are The Saints Of France compiles speeches and homilies from the Pope’s 2026 visit to France. Meanwhile, Resurrection and 7 Sermons Under The Rubble by Delphine Horvilleur, a rabbi, reflect on the Jewish tradition in response to the war that began after October 7, addressing themes of Israel, antisemitism, and political responsibility.

Surveillance and artificial intelligence

The Founder by Giuliano Da Empoli follows a political advisor working for Alexander Zimmer, the founder of Panoptik, a surveillance company aiming to surpass human capabilities through artificial intelligence.

Christian faith and modern challenges

1000 Reasons To Believe In Jesus by Olivier Bonnassies provides a summary of arguments for the truth of the Christian faith, addressing challenges from relativism and the decline of Christianity in modern society.

New stories for young readers

The Little Nicolas - I'm Back! The New Adventures Of The Little Nicolas by Anne Goscinny and Jean-Philippe Arrou-Vignod introduces twelve new stories featuring Nicolas and his friends, along with new characters who aim to make their mark in class and on the playground.