The Revealer asked about books on religion. The list, and conversation, is really interesting. Post more there and/or here.
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I recommend:
Three to Get Married
Simple Truths: Thinking Life Through
The Seven Last Words
Way to Happiness: An Inspiring Guide to Peace, Hope and Contentment
Victory over Vice
Peace of Soul
The Dumb Ox
Orthodoxy
The everlasting Man
to name a few