https://www.amazon.com/s?k=hope+pope+francis&crid=3M3DBYJRMWTQV&sprefix=hope%2Caps%2C176&ref=nb_sb_ss_mvt-t1-ranker_1_4

The smile of Pope Francis on the cover of his autobiography 

was enough to make me want to spend time reading this book.

What Joy!

He's 10 years older than me, 89, and I'm astounded at the things he remembers.

Many family and childhood memories for one.

People he's met in his 'job', countries he's traveled to, events that have occurred.

Scattered throughout the book are descriptions of horror, from wars to persecutions, but always followed by ways of encouragement and of hope.

https://www.amazon.com/New-Happy-Getting-Happiness-Right/dp/0593541383/ref=sr_1_1?crid=O01VOKRLJEN6&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.-M3tXbRtyMcvgqa4phf0ZMdK2AXLd7c73HDVffI9aFpL22-U_mnjCg5UuTQYcm2Qs_Mi48YrxyLSSwtGUNLoe47UErT5MV8czdJkNkAZZMBTmtN3k7ys_DPdu2ZnlaYyIsR0ka_PQpgIWAnAn2pKRwJUrHFwxAeBje6jwFWs62qDn0mWjy660q03BvMyE2j98QbBdbxYxbdXac7VNDcDQeeBhTFeEYG3jW_eFEdON98.oeJpY9jzcoIVU_OaHl0bD5db-0u71R7_sQiIXBXdb4o&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+new+happy&qid=1738864605&sprefix=The+new+happy%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-1

Very simple wisdom presented in a manner that can be understood and practiced by all.

The illustrations add to the enjoyment of the book.   You can also get a taste of what the author is extolling at the website, TheNewHappy.com...Well worth a visit!