O společnosti a politice - Otevřený rozhovor s Dominiquem Woltonem – Papež František (2018)

This Czech-language book presents a unique series of open conversations between Pope Francis and Dominique Wolton, a sociologist and communication expert who considers himself agnostic and is generally associated with the intellectual left. They discuss the major issues of our time, including war and peace, politics and individual religions, globalisation and cultural diversity, fundamentalism and secularism, migration, ecumenism and interfaith dialogue. They also explore family, individuality, difference, trust and joy. Pope Francis shares personal confessions and memories of his childhood, his youthful loves and the Jewish psychoanalyst he once visited. A genuine dialogue develops between the two participants, allowing them not only to explain their views and ideas but truly to communicate by sharing their convictions, joys and concerns. The Pope addresses every subject directly and speaks with great immediacy and spontaneity. “I am not a professor, I am a shepherd,” he says of himself. This book demonstrates his ability to express simple, concise thoughts with remarkable impact.