The first book by Pope Francis.

With simple, direct words, Pope Francis addresses every man and woman on the planet, establishing an intimate and personal dialogue. At the centre is the subject closest to his heart: mercy. In conversation with Vatican journalist Andrea Tornielli, Francis explores - through memories of his childhood and moving episodes from his experience as a pastor - the complex relationship between mercy, justice and corruption.

'A tough-minded reflection on an urgently needed public virtue' New Yorker

'A compelling way to present God's love anew' Time

'The Pope has an easy conversational style that moves effortlessly between folksy sayings and erudite allusions, between common-sense logic and impassioned philosophical insights' New York Times

'A pleasure to read' Guardian

Powerful . . . Francis's book signals a plea for a change of attitude on the part of the faithful and their pastors. . . . Bishops and priests will talk and quarrel over the text for months, even years to come. And that, perhaps, is what Francis intends