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“HAPPINESS IN THIS LIFE”

Author: Pope Francesco Translated by ANZAI Natsuko
Published by KADOKAWA
Specifications: Paper size book, 320 pages, ¥ 1,600 + tax, on sale
ISBN 9784041086216

The first pope in Vatican history to be from the Jesuits, born in Latin America and an author he has gained worldwide attention as an innovative pope promoting Vatican reform. This book is a collection of lectures about love and peace, as well as pure happiness that lies beyond suffering while reflecting on refugee issues, environmental issues, and excessive capitalism.
Commentary by WAKAMATSU Eisuke

“Heritage Recipes for Pope Francis”

Author: NAKAMURA Reiko Translated by KOMATSUBARA Kumiko
Published by KADOKAWA
Specifications: Book 352 pages Price 3,200 yen + tax, on sale
ISBN 9784041087190

Pope Francesco visits 45 countries and regions around the world. This book consists of messages during the travels, dining tables filled with smiles, and recipes from the ambassadors of each receiving country. Written by the wife of the Vatican Ambassador with prayers for the power of “food” that goes beyond division.

“Pope”

Author: TAKESHITA Setsuko
Published by KADOKAWA
Specifications: Paperback edition, 272 pages ¥ 800 yen + tax, on sale
ISBN 9784044005207

This book pursues the history and the present of the Pope, the leader of more than 1.2 billion Catholics worldwide, who is an important figure in politics, diplomacy, and peace. It is a pleasant book which helps to give a viewpoint ofthe Catholic culture underlying Western culture to better understand the international community.

“VATICAN MUSEUMS 100 WORKS NOT TO BE MISSED”

Editor: Vatican Museums
Translated by Tsutomu Nakano
Published by KADOKAWA
Specifications: Large-sized book, 488 pages ¥ 8,800 yen + tax, on sale
ISBN 9784041085073

The Vatican Museums of Catholic Sohonzan. Not only Michelangelo and Raphael, but also ancient Egypt and Greece, Van Gogh and Bacon of modern times, the heritage of human history is gathered together. A gorgeous collection of 100 gems.