Book Reviews

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Constructive Living By David K. Reynolds A life path that eschews remedial therapy and emphasizes instead positive self-development through attention and skillful actions. Meaning
A Sideways Look at Time By Jay Griffiths A brilliant, inventive, and comprehensive masterwork of cultural criticism about spirituality and modern life. Being Present
The Trail Home By John Daniel The Trail Home: Essays by John Daniel contains lyrical celebrations of the natural world.
Out of the Skin Into the Soul By Dorothy Doherty, Mary McNamera Draws together five classic children's stories from around the world that shed light on the spiritual journey of the second half of life. You
The Geography of Childhood By Gary Nabhan, Stephan Trimble The positive impact the natural world can have upon toddlers to teenagers. Teachers
The Difference a Day Makes By Karen M. Jones An invaluable resource for the altruist in you. Kindness
American Cultural Baggage By Stan Nussbaum A playful and thought-provoking work of cultural criticism. Meaning
The Practice of Presence By Patty de Llosa The wisdom of five spiritual paths on the practice of coming alive to the present moment. Being Present
Encountering "The Other" By Jean Vanier Proclaims openness and reconciliation as paths to peace in a world of diversity and many differences. Openness
What Do We Know By Mary Oliver 40 new creations propelled by reverence for mystery and the abundant wonders of the natural world. Attention
The Path of Prayer By Sophy Burnham Explores devotion as a mansion with many different and splendid rooms. Devotion
Entering the Silence By Thomas Merton, Jonathan Montaldo The second installment of the seven volumes of journals by Thomas Merton. You
Night By A. Alvarez A fascinating and ruminative collection of essays. X-The Mystery
The Alchemist By Paulo Coelho A fable describing the spiritual journey. You
Resonance By Barbara Miller Fishman A new relationship model for the 90s which balances autonomy with intimacy. Love
The Wave in the Mind By Ursula K. Le Guin Fine insights and tributes to the power of creativity and the imagination. Imagination
Jewels of Remembrance By Camille Helminski, Jellaludin Rumi, Kabir Helminski A rich and highly devotional daybook that tutors us in the Sufi path. Yearning
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle By Barbara Kingsolver, Camille Kingsolver, Steven L. Hopp Makes a good case for farmer's markets, locally grown food, and the kitchen as the hub of family life. Nurturing
Marrow of Flame By Dorothy Walters One-hundred and five poems offering good medicine for your soul. Grace
The Compassion Box By Pema Chodron A wonderful teaching package on opening and softening the heart. Compassion