Traditional Truth, Poetry, Sacrament: For My Mother, on Her 70th Birthday

The book compiles Pieper's writings from radio programs and various journals, highlighting two key periods: the pre-war and wartime era, followed by the post-war years up to 1953. It reveals his struggles with the National Socialist regime and the subsequent challenges faced by religious life amid rising secularization. The collection also features notes and comments, providing insight into Pieper's thoughts and experiences during these tumultuous times.