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Of Love and Other Demons By Gabriel Garcia Marquez A novel where the author's magical ralism lends this religious drama dignity. Attention
Migrations to Solitude By Sue Helpern Probes the modern day meaning of privacy through accounts of various people seeking this respite. Silence
The Gospel of the Beloved Disciple By James A. Carse A novel about Jesus of Nazareth, an antihero who shuns notoriety and teaches by parables. Teachers
The Planets Within By Thomas Moore Guides us through this Renaissance genius's school of imagination. Imagination
Data Smog By David Shenk Offers a blistering critique of the unintended consequences of the information age. Meaning
The Sun and Moon Over Assisi By Gerard Thomas Straub A complex and rewarding meditation upon the lives of Francis of Assisi and Clare. Devotion
No Contest By Alfie Kohn A substantive case for cooperation as a worthwhile and life-enhancing ethic. Meaning
Fragments of the Spirit By Mark I. Wallace A postmetaphysical model of the third member of the Trinity. Imagination
Holy Madness By Georg Feurerstein Examines the radical teachings of holy fools. Teachers
Eternal Seasons By Henri J. M. Nouwen, Michael Ford A fine collection that keys excerpts from his spiritual teacher's writings to the themes of the church year. Devotion
The Education of the Heart By Thomas Moore Moore's personal collection of fascinating passages from ancient and modern works. Teachers
Going on Retreat By Margaret Silf A general overview of the Christian retreat experience. Devotion
Love's Immensity By Scott Cairns A collection of short sayings and teachings of the mystical fathers and mothers of Christianity. Love
The Mystical Side of Life By Michael Murphy A discussion of sport as a vehicle for transcendence. Meaning
The Best Spiritual Writing, 1998 By Philip Zaleski A good place to meet new writers. Wonder
Behold Your Life By Macrina Wiederkehr A 40-day pilgrimage to explore life's hidden goodness. Openness
Why Religion Matters By Huston Smith Criticizes the present power and status of scientism and its cronies, technology and a relativistic understanding of existence. Faith
Born Again and Again By Jon M. Sweeney A progressive Christian's autobiographical jaunt through his past fundamentalist experiences which also models the spiritual practices of openness and hospitality. Hospitality
Waldorf Alphabet Book By Famke Zonneveld A colorful, playful and thoroughly delightful alphabet and game book. Play
The Web of Life By Richard Louv A lyrical and lovely read story. Meaning