TITLES

THE HABITATION SOCIETY

In The Habitation Society, sociologist Fred Block argues that we face a "blocked transition" from the dying industrial economy to a new habitation economy, where most work supports community infrastructure. However, outdated industrial frameworks hinder understanding this shift, fueling confusion and misinformation. Block highlights the disconnect between work effort and economic output and offers insights into navigating this transition, empowering individuals to envision changes for a more effective and equitable society.

CHRISTEN VERÄNDERN DIE WELT (Christians Who Changed the World)

The author explores Central Europe, showcasing influential Christian figures who shaped science, art, culture, and social reforms. From Immanuel Kant to Hildegard of Bingen, they gave Europe a Christian identity. This journey spans the German-speaking world and neighboring regions, featuring icons like Johann Sebastian Bach, Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and Ruth Pfau. Their lives exemplify faith’s transformative power.

THE HISTORY OF ECONOMICS

A magisterial overview of the history of economic thought from the seventeenth century to the present day, one that emphasizes a diversity of economic argument that it sometime suppressed in more conventional textbooks, which tend to organize their histories into sequences of schools of thought.
Its main purpose is to provide an overview for students and teachers who have not had the opportunity of taking a course in the subject.

DESDE QUE ME QUEDE SIN DIOSES

Desde que me quedé sin dioses (Since I lost all my gods) is the true story of Momo Handal, a Palestinian refugee living in Malmö (Sweden) due to the Syrian Civil War.

LOS OTROS HIJOS DE DIOS

A novel about bringing hope to the hopeless. A tribute to the world’s volunteers who with their generous dedication represent the best of humanity.

THE PEOPLE WE KEEP

The bestselling author of the “moving, humorous, and utterly absorbing novel” (Christina Baker Kline, #1 New York Times bestselling author) Swimming for Sunlight returns with a heartbreaking and soul-stirring coming-of-age tale about a young songwriter longing to find a home in the world.

LA VITA SOGNATA (THE LIFE I DREAMT OF )

In the ethereal landscape of Marina's existence, her life orbits around an enigmatic absence—the departure of her mother. From childhood, she traverses a realm of imagined realities, seeking solace and entrapment in equal measure. But with the arrival of Roberto, a flicker of hope and love ignites, illuminating the boundaries of her longing.

IL CAROSELLO DEGLI INGANNI (The Carousel of Deceptions)

The Carousel of Deceptions by Dino Cassone is a witty historical comedy set in late 18th-century Italy. Don Floriano, tired of taxes, devises a scheme to pose as a noble, but his plans are challenged by the sharp-witted Consolata, determined to expose him. Filled with intrigue, satire, and unforgettable characters, this novel is a lively blend of history and humor. Perfect for fans of clever plots and ironic twists.

PESSIMISM, QUIETISM AND NATURE AS REFUGE

In this book, philosopher David E. Cooper explores how individuals can cope with a pessimistic view of the human condition. Instead of advocating for radical improvement, he promotes quietism—a way of living peacefully and happily despite our flaws. Drawing on Buddhist, Daoist, and Western philosophy, Cooper suggests finding refuge in nature as a way to escape the difficulties of human life. In nature, we can attune to the "way of things" and experience a sense of truth and contentment, allowing us to live as well as possible despite recognizing the bleakness of the human condition.

HUMAN, ANIMAL

A deeply moving debut about one family's struggle to find connection in a rapidly changing world, Human, Animal is an ode to the wild, a journey of self-discovery and a hopeful path to common ground.

BETTER BROKEN THAN NEW

After a successful career as an award-winning novelist, Lisa St Aubin de Terán retreated to a remote Mozambican village in 2004. In her new memoir, she fills in the dramatic gaps of her life, revealing hidden truths behind the media hype. Despite her adventures and challenges, fiction has always been her anchor. This autobiography sets the record straight on a life stranger than fiction.

EARTH EMOTIONS

As climate change and development pressures overwhelm the environment, our emotional relationships with Earth are also in crisis. Pessimism and distress are overwhelming people the world over. In this maelstrom of emotion, solastalgia, the homesickness you have when you are still at home, has become, writes Glenn A. Albrecht, one of the defining emotions of the twenty-first century.

EL FIORENTINO (The Florentine)

Princess Anna Maria Luisa of the Medici family in 1743 Florence battles imminent mortality amidst looming adversaries. In modern times, American professor Ann Carrington embarks on a quest triggered by a cryptic message found within an 18th-century book about the famed Fiorentino diamond. Their journey unfolds into a gripping historical thriller, spanning half of Europe, where identities blur and motives clash.

SEVEN MYTHS OF THE SPANISH INQUISITION

Gretchen Starr-LeBeau’s Seven Myths of the Spanish Inquisition sheds new light on one of Habsburg Spain's most notorious institutions. This concise study dismantles common myths and reframes the Inquisition's role through a modern lens. With accessible language, it reveals the nuanced history of the Inquisition's evolving practices across Spain and its empire. A valuable resource for students of early modern history, complete with a glossary and further reading.

LA TELA DI SVEVO (SVEVO'S CANVAS)

Join Svevo and Anna on a poignant journey of art, love, and self-discovery as they navigate the delicate balance between ambition and sacrifice. In the charming backdrop of Molfetta, Puglia, witness their unlikely bond unfold, spanning from the vibrant streets of Italy to the rugged landscapes of Corsica. Will Svevo's newfound inspiration lead to liberation or heartache? And can Anna find the courage to forge her own path, guided by the wisdom of her mentor? Dive into a tale where passion and aspiration collide, revealing the transformative power of love and artistic expression

LEBEN, DAS WÄCHST (LIFE THAT GROWS)

Pregnancy is a transformative journey, blending fragility and power. This book explores the nexus of Pregnancy and Spirituality, articulating the beautiful and challenging moments and the profound experience of participating in life's creation.

SORELLE TUTTE (ALL SISTERS)

All sisters. All brothers. There is richness and Gospel in saying these words. It takes a little more courage, though. Or maybe parrhesia. The parrhesia perspective is argued, drawn, indicated in this book.

RÜCKKEHR INS PARADIES (BACK TO PARADISE)

Reconciliation - a way to become happy

DIO SOFFRE CON NOI? (DOES GOD SUFFER WITH US?)

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LA RIVOLUZIONE DI PAPA FRANCESCO (POPE FRANCIS' REVOLUTION)

These pages take the reader on a journey through Pope Francis' pontificate, an alchemical condensation of what, in these eight years, he has offered to the world through his personal service to the Church: prophecy, dream, utopia.