Parable of the Sower, a dystopian novel by Octavia E. Butler, follows the journey of Lauren Olamina, a young girl living in a society ravaged by climate change and economic crises. Lauren, who develops the ability to feel others’ pain, creates her own religion, Earthseed, centered on the idea of God as change. The book explores the themes of survival, empathy, and the power of belief in shaping reality.
Letter to the American Church is a thought-provoking commentary on the current state of the American Church. It addresses the various issues plaguing the institution and offers insights into how believers can navigate these challenges while strengthening their faith. The author, Dr. Soong-Chan Rah, explores topics like racial tension, political divisiveness, and socio-cultural changes impacting the Church.
Gentle and Lowly offers an exploration into the heart of Jesus Christ, focusing on his compassion and love for humanity. The author, Dane Ortlund, uses biblical texts and theological resources to reveal a savior who is rich in mercy, understanding, and patience, especially towards those who are suffering or in sin.
‘Dune’ is a science fiction novel written by Frank Herbert. The book is set in a distant future amidst a feudal interstellar society in which various noble houses control planetary fiefs. Dune tells the story of young Paul Atreides, whose family accepts the stewardship of the desert planet Arrakis. As this planet is the only source of the ‘spice’ melange, the most important and valuable substance in the universe, control of Arrakis is a coveted and dangerous undertaking.
Educated is a memoir by Tara Westover. It tells the story of her journey to gain an education despite spending her childhood in an isolated, survivalist household in the mountains of Idaho. Tara never attended school until she was seventeen, but her desire for knowledge eventually took her to Harvard and Cambridge.
A captivating journey through India, discovering its cultural and religious diversity via nine individuals.