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Pope Leo XIV publishes first book
Pope Leo XIV released his first book, Freedom Under Grace: Reflections on the Spiritual Tradition That Formed Me, on September 15, 2026. The publication is the first book the pope has ever written, consisting of a collection of works composed before his election.
According to Vatican News, the English language version of the book went on sale in the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and throughout the Commonwealth.
AI-assisted briefing based on the sources below.Sources behind this story
- Reporting@aleteiaenPope Leo’s first book published today
Aleteia · Caitlin Bootsma
- Reporting@aleteiaenThe first book of Pope Leo XIV has been published
Aleteia · Caitlin Bootsma
- Reporting@CathNewsEnglish-language version of Pope’s book released
CathNews Australia · Rebecca Comini
- Reporting@CruxPope Leo publishes first book of his pre-papal writing
Crux · Crux Now Staff
How the coverage unfolded
- Sep 15, 1:24 AM Aleteia Pope Leo’s first book published today
- Sep 15, 8:15 AM Aleteia Español Se publicó el primer libro del Papa León XIV
- Sep 15, 9:55 AM Crux Pope Leo publishes first book of his pre-papal writing
- Sep 15, 1:20 PM CathNews Australia English-language version of Pope’s book released
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