A Hymn to Life

Publisher: Penguin Random House
Publish date: 27 January 2026
Pages: 288
Language: English

Subjects: Biography & Autobiography, Women, Personal Memoirs, Family & Relationships, Abuse, Domestic Partner Abuse, Social Science, Feminism & Feminist Theory, Sexual Abuse & Harassment

A HYMN TO LIFE will tell Gis le Pelicot's story in her words, offer solace and hope, and make a positive contribution to changing the conversation around shame and to changing the world.

In 2024, Gis le Pelicot inspired and moved millions of people with her astonishing courage and dignity as she chose to waive her right to anonymity in her legal fight against her husband and the 50 men accused of her sexual assault. Gis le Pelicot's call for shame to change sides in cases of sexual abuse, and the power of the messages she has sent out to the world, have generated an extraordinary public response and moved both women and men all over the world.