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From Dr Seuss to All Quiet on the Western Front: 19 books to help you find hope, sense and resistance in difficult times

20 décembre 2025 à 20:00

Writers, activists and politicians on the books they turn to for wisdom and perspective – and to restore their faith in human nature

Australia is mired in grief, anger and division over the horrific act of antisemitic terrorism in Sydney. The attack in Bondi has reverberated internationally, tragically bookending a year that already challenged humanity, hope and the future of the planet.

Indeed as 2025 ends it is defined by yet more abject and ignoble political, economic, technological and environmental derelictions of dire proportions.

The immediate shock and terror of the Bondi shooting is giving way to anger and division. We must look for the light | Paul Daley

The Guardian

Par :Paul Daley

19 décembre 2025 à 03:49

Some politicians have gone straight for the darkness, seeking to foment racial division. But we need community now more than ever

As Australia winds down for a traditional Christmas holiday across languorous days of beach and blistering heat set to the soundtrack of Test cricket and cicada song, this year the country’s summer mood feels, sadly, like none before.

It would be a dramatic understatement to describe the national disposition after the antisemitic terrorist attack on Australian Jews during Bondi Hanukah celebrations as one of mere ennui.