8 books for young men and their mentors

As we make the journey from boys into men, it’s important we’re equipped with a map of the land to help us to better understand where we are on our journey.

Books serve as a great map.

Below is a list of 8 books to encourage, inspire and equip you or those you lead on your journey towards becoming men .I’ve included the book descriptions found on Amazon to give you a little insight into each book.

  1. Adam’s Return - Rich Rohr

    Based on decades of work, travel, and experience, Rohr, a Franciscan brother and best-selling author, unearths the complexities of male spiritual maturation and helps us to understand the importance of male initiation rights in both culture and the church.

  2. Tribe - Sebastian Junger


  3. Falling Upward - Richard Rohr

    In Falling Upward, Fr. Richard Rohr seeks to help readers understand the tasks of the two halves of life and to show them that those who have fallen, failed, or "gone down" are the only ones who understand "up." Most of us tend to think of the second half of life as largely about getting old, dealing with health issues, and letting go of life, but the whole thesis of this book is exactly the opposite. What looks like falling down can largely be experienced as "falling upward." In fact, it is not a loss but somehow actually a gain, as we have all seen with elders who have come to their fullness.

  4. The Road Less Travelled - Scott Peck


  5. Mere Christianity - C.S Lewis

    In the classic Mere Christianity, C.S. Lewis, the most important writer of the 20th century, explores the common ground upon which all of those of Christian faith stand together. Bringing together Lewis’ legendary broadcast talks during World War Two from his three previous books The Case for ChristianityChristian Behaviour, and Beyond PersonalityMere Christianity provides an unequaled opportunity for believers and nonbelievers alike to hear this powerful apologetic for the Christian faith.

  6. Man’s Search for Meaning - Viktor Frankl


  7. Habit’s of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey

    The 7 Habits—Be Proactive; Begin with the End in Mind; Put First Things First; Think Win/Win; Seek First to Understand, Then to Be Understood; Synergize; and Sharpen the Saw—are so famous and have been integrated into everyday thinking by millions and millions of people for one reason: They work. Covey offers life-changing advice on everything from leadership, time management, and teamwork to success, love, and taking control of your life. In taking his advice, you’ll discover how the priceless wisdom of the 7 Habits still holds true after twenty-five years.

  8. The Alchemist - Paulo Coelho
