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The Virtue in the Vice By Robin R. Meyers Examines these as pathways to ethical action and a more balanced life in troubled times. Shadow
Mindful Politics By Melvin McLeod, editor Essays by 34 Buddhists practices to transform the way we live together politically. Meaning
Life Is a Miracle By Wendell Berry Cultural criticism delivered with relish and brio. Shadow
Meeting the Shadow of Spirituality By Connie Zweig A hard look at the abuse that can occur when disciples project their highest hopes on leaders, teachers, or gurus. Yearning
Ace of Freedoms By George Kilcourse Examines this Trappist monk's theology of experience. Meaning
In the Presence of Masters By Reginald A. Ray Material on meditation, personal practice, and spiritual realization. Teachers
Troubled Water By Anita Roddick, Brooke Shelby Biggs A helpful overview of this growing crisis. Justice
The House of Make-Believe By Dorothy G. Singer, Jerome L. Singer Two psychologists on the importance of play and imagination in the different stages of life. Play
Thoughts of a Blind Beggar By Gerald Thomas Straub A collection of Christian meditations on the need to blend contemplation with action and to serve others in self-giving love. Questing
Running to the Mountain By Jon Katz A ruminative and epiphanous book. Transformation
Living by Water By Brenda Peterson Demonstrates the author's mystical appreciation for the natural world and especially water. Reverence
The Uses of Enchantment By Bruno Bettelheim A classic about how fairy tales make excellent intellectual, spiritual, and emotional tutors for young people. Imagination
The Cloister Walk By Kathleen Norris A spiritual memoir recounting the poet's experiences at a Benedictine monastery. Devotion
The Rhythm of Compassion By Gail Straub Stories of individuals who have struggled to maintain balance while nurturing self and caring for the world. Compassion
Gandhi Lifelines By Beatrice Tanaka Gathers together some of this ethical giant's cogent thoughts on work, religion, non-violence and much more. Vision
Blue Iris By Mary Oliver Sings the praises of flowers and plants and their abundant delights. Wonder
Animals Matter By Marc Bekoff A convincing exploration of why we should care for and share with animals. Reverence
Concerning the Inner Life By Evelyn Underhill Bracing and relevant insights into the inner life. Reverence
Incarnation By Alfred Corn A fine collection of essays by novelists and poets. Imagination
A Call to Character By Colin Greer, Herbert Kohl Targeted to adults and young people who want to talk about moral issues. Love