Pope's Encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas' Tops Madrid Book Fair Sales

At this year’s Madrid Book Fair, the papal encyclical *Magnifica Humanitas* became a best‑seller. Published weeks before the fair and coinciding with Pope Leon XIV’s four‑day visit to the city, the work sold out and ranked among the top five non‑fiction titles, according to sales lists from La Vanguardia, El Español, Fnac and Casa del Libro.

The encyclical addresses the societal impact of artificial intelligence, urging ethical guidance for a rapidly changing world. Its rapid uptake reflects broad public interest beyond the Catholic community, highlighting a demand for moral perspectives on emerging technologies.