Javier Cercas's latest novel, 'God's madman at the end of the world', explores themes of spirituality and eternal life through his experiences with Pope Francis before the Pope's death. The book won the 2025 Jacques Delors European Book Prize, emphasizing that doubt is the beginning of truth. Cercas, an atheist and anti-clerical author, reflects on faith and its elusiveness, while also discussing the significance of Pope Leo XIV's upcoming visit to Spain. Additionally, Cercas addresses the attempted coup d'état in Spain in 1981, clarifying misconceptions about King Juan Carlos's involvement. He believes that the reality of the coup is not an enigma and calls for the declassification of related documents. Cercas also emphasizes the mystery of reality in literature and his ongoing writing projects. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)