Book Reviews

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Mother Teresa By Becky Benenate, Joseph Durepos, Mother Teresa A collecton of the inspiring words of this servant of God. Compassion
The House of Twenty Thousand Books By Sasha Abramsky A compelling work about a man who loves books and sees them as seed banks of new ideas and truths. Meaning
After Montaigne By David Lazar, Patrick Madden An impressive anthology of 28 essays in honor of Michel de Montaigne, the master of this literary genre. Imagination
Indian Boyhood By Charles Ohiyesa Eastman, Michael Oren Fitzgerald An appealing autobiography that introduces children to a great Native American leader. Teachers
Amy Meets the Saints and Sages By Ernie Rosenberg A book introducing children to religious luminaries from six religious traditions. Hospitality
Word by Word By Marilyn McEntyre A creative and soulful collection of 15 key spiritual words to savor in our days and doings. Meaning
The Intelligent Heart By Dzigar Kongtrul Wise and practical steps toward putting others ahead of yourself and seeking in all things to benefit them. Love
Heartfulness By Stephen McKenzie A thought-provoking journey into the missing link between self-help and self-discovery. Kindness
Glow Kids By Nicholas Kardaras A mind-stretching book about the outbreak of an epidemic of screen addictions to video games, smart phones, and other devices. Play
I'm Right and You're an Idiot By James Hoggan, Grania Litwin A call for an end to the pollution of public discourse and the creation instead of constructive dialogue. Listening
The Hour of Land By Terry Tempest Williams A tribute to America's parks and a prophetic call to reverence the wilderness as a sacred domain. Reverence
Sudden Justice By Chris Woods A hard-hitting examination of America's favorite weapon used against terrorists as an assassination tool Shadow
Earth Blessings By June Cotner A lively collection of nature writing with a spiritual perspective. Reverence
Buechner 101 By Frederick Buechner A collection of notable works by the prolific Christian writer and novelist curated by Anne Lamott. Faith
Interfaith Leadership By Eboo Patel The founder of Interfaith Youth Core on the identity, mission, vision, and key skills of an interfaith leader. Faith
Ralph Waldo Emerson By Jon M. Sweeney Forging a mystical path with the writings of the Concord Sage. Vision
Vigil By Pamela Heinrich MacPherson A compassionate and illuminating look at vigils for the dying. Being Present
The Jewish Book of Grief and Healing By Stuart M. Matlins, Editor, The Editors of Jewish Lights A handy and helpful anthology featuring Jewish writers on practices, rituals, and perspectives on grief. Devotion
Altruism By Matthieu Ricard An energetic, visionary, and enthusiastic paean to altruism, love, compassion, and human goodness. Love
Illuminating the Way By Christine Valters Paintner A creative exploration of 12 archetypes and the monks and mystics who express them. Imagination