Book Reviews

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The Book of Moods By Lauren Martin A book conveying a lot of everyday wisdom through the best use of illustrative quotations we've seen in 2020. You
The Great Belonging By Charlotte Donlon A fresh and transformative reframing of loneliness Connections
A New Silence By Beverly Lanzetta A treasure-trove of prayers and practices for the contemplative life. Silence
Kindness, Clarity, and Insight By His Holiness The Dalai Lama A new edition of the first book of teachings by the Dalai Lama in the English-speaking world and one that is foundational to His Holiness's message. Kindness
Me and My Sister By Rose Robbins A sensitive introduction to getting along in spite of differences. Connections
Together We Grow By Susan Vaught A metaphor for how we can all benefit from being inclusive. Unity
Four Threats By Suzanne Mettler, Robert C. Lieberman A history lesson for the American public on long-term challenges to democracy. Meaning
A Book about the Film Monty Python's The Meaning of … By Darl Lars A very funny display of out-of-the-box humor. Meaning
Howard Thurman & The Disinherited By Paul Harvey A substantive review of the spiritual life and work of the Black theologian and activist. Justice
The Illuminated Hafiz By Coleman Barks, Robert Bly, Meher Baba, Peter Booth, Omid Safi, and Others. A mesmerizing collection of Persian Sufi poetry. Love
Margaret's Night in St. Peter's By Jon M. Sweeney The further endearing adventures of the Pope's cat, this time on Christmas Eve. Questing
A Nature Poem for Every Night of the Year By Jane McMorland Hunter, editor Poems that remind us why we treasure and must look after nature. Wonder
A Whale of a Mistake By Ioana Hobai The perils and potentials of a mistake swallowing you whole. You
Recipes for a Sacred Life By Rivvy Neshama A wonderful collection of personal stories revealing the path of everyday spirituality. Gratitude
We Are Water Protectors By Carole Lindstrom A vibrant reminder of water's sacredness and our responsibility to safeguard it from harm. Reverence
The National Road By Tom Zoellner A captivating collection of essays about the national character of the United States. Questing
Azadi By Arundhati Roy Essays filled with righteous indignation about a world in chaos. Justice
Caste By Isabel Wilkerson A hard-hitting and enlightening expose on the caste system in the United States. Reverence
Moon Bath By Dakota Hills, Sierra Brashear Bathing rituals aligned with the rhythms of nature for nurturing your body, mind, and soul. Nurturing
Deep Beauty By Rosemary Winslow, Catherine Lee A collection of essays celebrating many aspects of beauty. Beauty