Book Reviews

Wisdom Circles A necessary resource for any group that is really interested in the art of community building. Listening
Everyday Grace Speaks cogently to the passions, fears, tensions, and yearnings of our times. Grace
Mindfulness in the Marketplace Spiritual practices that can be used in daily transactions. Justice
Awakening the Heroes Within Proclaims that it's never too late to respond to the soul's call to adventure. Transformation
At Hell's Gate Bears witness to the power of meditation and mindfulness to transform the soul and open the way to nonviolence and a compassionate life. Peace
The Hundred Verses of Advice Tibetan teachings on a variety of subjects including wealth, past lives, and the fragility and impermanence of life. Teachers
Eastern Wisdom for Western Minds Models hospitality as a way for Christians to enrich their faith with the principles and practices of Eastern religions. Hospitality
Forgiven and Forgiving Sheds light on this spiritual practice that grows out of our acceptance of God's grace. Faith
War Talk Six vituperative political essays against unbridled corporate globalization, the War Against Terrorism, and nuclear nationalism. Justice
Will Yoga & Meditation Really Change My Life? Twenty-five interviews with seasoned teachers on the benefits of these practices. Being Present
The Hiding Places of God Takes the reader on a tour thrrough this realm. X-The Mystery
The Conscious Universe A good case for the deep interconnections of the universe. Connections
Rituals for Our Times Ideas on how to revitalize birthdays, anniversaries, reunions, seasonal events, and life-cycle markers. Transformation
Something in the Way She Moves A fascinating overview of this phenomenon. Play
Light from the East A handy compendium of wisdom from Eastern religions and philosophies. Meaning
The Transformative Power of Art Discusses the meaning of life, imagination, art and peace. Questing
Lifecraft A devotional work filled with cogent insights. Meaning
Destructive Emotions: How Can We Overcome Them? Will appeal to scholars and spiritual practitioners of meditation and mind training exercises. Transformation
Making History A novel about a Los Angeles family and what they learn. X-The Mystery
Twenty Steps to Wisdom Uses principles, ideals and practices from the world's religions for composing a spiritual life. Transformation