Book Reviews

The Well-Rested Woman Uses personal stories and research to explain what to do and not to do to get a better night's sleep. Nurturing
The Lived Experience of Group Spiritual Direction Probes the benefits of this form of community experience. Listening
Rabindranath Tagore An in-depth portrait of this Indian poet, philosopher, artist, and educational reformer. X-The Mystery
Islands, The Universe, Home Uses the four seasons to meditate on the cycles of death, loneliness and companionship, fear and hope. Imagination
The World of Shamanism A substantive survey of the world's oldest profession-shamanism. Transformation
Learning True Love A remarkable autobiography of a bodhisattva-in-training, a Buddhist who has devoted her life to serving others. Peace
Tending the Holy Explores some of the exciting and dramatic new paths in this field. Listening
Humanistic Buddhism A succinct overview of the down-to-earth vision and practice of Humanistic Buddhism. Meaning
Make Room for God Tips and spiritual practices to help clear away the clutter in your life so you can make room for God and beauty. Beauty
The How of Happiness Research findings from a world authority on happiness plus 12 happiness-enhancing activities. Joy
Body and Soul Suggestions of ways to wake up to the miracle of movement and dance. Joy
The Kindness of Children Demonstrates the spiritual dimensions of storytelling in the classroom. Kindness
The American Soul Encourages all citizens to join in a most important task: to reimagine and bring to life the spiritual underpinnings of the republic. Meaning
Guideposts to Happiness The teachings of this doctor of soul who is very popular in Japan. Meaning
Image Guidance Rreveals how images from dreams, prayers and fantasies can be applied to one's relationship with God. Imagination
Hunger A fascinating read about hunger and its many manifestations in the world. Meaning
A Book of Hours A collection of prayers and meditations by Thomas Merton. Devotion
Water Buffalo Theology Presents an alternative to arrogant Christian triumphalism. Hospitality
Great Eastern Sun Challenges us to wake up, to step outside our comfortable cocoon, and to see clearly. Attention
I Like Being Married A celebration of a longstanding institution that shows no signs of flagging out. Love