Not all journeys are measured in kilometers – sometimes a good book is all you need to live an experience that leaves its mark! Summer gives us the chance to slow down and rest, to take up new pastimes or rediscover the ones we love most. In this space, reading can become a moment of growth, discovery, and even family dialogue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
We\u2019ve put together a selection of reading suggestions for teens and adults, designed to accompany your summer with words that stay with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Stories that help us grow<\/strong> “The Art of Being Fragile” \u2013 Alessandro D\u2019Avenia “I Say No!” \u2013 Daniele Aristarco “The Fellowship of the Ring” \u2013 J.R.R. Tolkien “The House with a Clock in Its Walls” \u2013 John Bellairs Reads that inspire and make you think<\/strong> “Inner Life” \u2013 Christophe Andr\u00e9 “The Betrothed” \u2013 Alessandro Manzoni “The Paradox of Choice” \u2013 Barry Schwartz “Ignatius of Loyola. Never Content” \u2013 Ferdinando Castelli SJ Whether it\u2019s a novel, an essay, or a collection of inspiring stories, each book can become a stop along your inner journey. Have a great summer\u2026 and happy reading!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Not all journeys are measured in kilometers – sometimes a good book is all you need to live an experience that leaves its mark! Summer gives us the chance to slow down and rest, to take up new pastimes or rediscover the ones we love most. In this space, reading can become a moment of […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":7410,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[299],"tags":[],"istituto":[],"partner":[],"class_list":["post-7412","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-insights"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7412"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7412"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7412\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":7413,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7412\/revisions\/7413"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/7410"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7412"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7412"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7412"},{"taxonomy":"istituto","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/istituto?post=7412"},{"taxonomy":"partner","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.gesuitieducazione.it\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/partner?post=7412"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}
“Wonder” \u2013 R.J. Palacio
<\/em>Wonder tells the story of August Pullman, a boy born with a rare facial difference, attending public school for the first time. Through his challenges and his relationships with classmates, friends, and family, the novel explores themes of acceptance, empathy, and kindness – showing how every encounter can be an opportunity for growth. A moving story about looking at others with new eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>This book is a fictional dialogue between author Alessandro D\u2019Avenia and the poet Giacomo Leopardi. D\u2019Avenia revisits the life and works of Leopardi to reflect on fragility, beauty, and the meaning of life. A heartfelt invitation to discover how suffering and limits can also become spaces for growth and fulfillment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>A collection of stories about women and men who, in different times and contexts, had the courage to stand up against injustice, violence, and abuse. With accessible and engaging storytelling, Aristarco offers young readers examples of civil resistance and moral responsibility – showing that sometimes saying \u201cno\u201d is the first step toward changing the world.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>This classic tale begins Frodo Baggins\u2019 epic quest to destroy the One Ring and save Middle-earth. Along with his companions, he faces trials, dangers, and difficult choices in an adventure filled with friendship, courage, responsibility, and the fight between good and evil. A timeless journey into loyalty, freedom, and the strength of unity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>A mystery-filled story of magic and suspense, where young Lewis Barnavelt discovers the secrets of an old mansion and the ticking clocks hidden within. An exciting adventure full of twists and turns – perfect to spark curiosity and imagination, even during the holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
“Amoris Laetitia” \u2013 Pope Francis
<\/em>Pope Francis\u2019 apostolic exhortation offers a deep and practical reflection on today\u2019s family – its joys, challenges, and journeys of growth. It\u2019s an invitation to live family relationships with realism, mercy, and tenderness, rediscovering every day the beauty of love in everyday life. A touching and thoughtful read for anyone seeking to nurture family life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>Through short meditations and daily reflections, Christophe Andr\u00e9 invites readers to reconnect with their inner life. A simple yet profound path to learn how to listen to yourself, be present, and live with greater awareness – even in the small moments of daily life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>Manzoni\u2019s great novel tells the story of Renzo and Lucia, two young lovers navigating obstacles, injustice, and hardship in 17th-century Lombardy. Beyond their personal story, the novel offers a deep look at society, faith, and the human drive to seek good even in the darkest times. A powerful tale of conscience, belief, and moral resistance – far beyond schoolbook memories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>In a world full of possibilities, making choices can become overwhelming. Barry Schwartz delves into the psychology behind decision-making and provides tools to face choices with more freedom, clarity, and peace of mind – helping us focus on what truly matters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>In this accessible and compelling portrait, Ferdinando Castelli narrates the life of Saint Ignatius of Loyola – his path to conversion, his tireless search for God in all things, and his courage in founding the Society of Jesus. A vivid biography that brings readers closer to Ignatian spirituality through the real-life story of a man always seeking, never satisfied with what he had already achieved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n