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Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home

Pope Francis
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Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015

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Pope Francis

Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2015
Book Details
Pages

200

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home, Pope Francis addresses environmental issues, urging all people to take action for ecological sustainability. He emphasizes the interconnection between social issues and environmental care, advocating for an integrated approach to protect the Earth for future generations while promoting justice and dignity for every individual.

Inspirational

Contemplative

Informative

Reviews & Readership

4.3

3,746 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pope Francis's Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home is praised for its compelling call to environmental stewardship, blending faith with urgent ecological concerns. Critics appreciate its moral vision but find its economic critiques challenging. Some argue it lacks actionable solutions, yet its holistic approach is widely lauded for inspiring global dialogue.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Laudato Si': On the Care of Our Common Home?

Readers interested in environmental ethics, social justice, and spirituality would appreciate Laudato Si'. Comparable to Rachel Carson's Silent Spring, it appeals to those who blend ecological concerns with moral and philosophical reflections.

4.3

3,746 ratings

81%

Loved it

14%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

200

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Publication Year

2015

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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