Book Reviews

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Outside In By Deborah Underwood An warm, evocative reminder — essential during the pandemic — that we belong to the outdoors no matter where we are. Wonder
The Sirens of Mars By Sara Stewart Johnson A scientist's enthusiastic overview of why humans keep trying to reach Mars. Questing
The Cornel West Reader By Cornel West An outstanding overview of the thought, theory, and commitments of the African-American public intellectual. Meaning
The Language Your Body Speaks By Ellen Meredith Self-Healing with Energy Medicine Nurturing
Non Obvious Megatrends By Rohit Bhargava The trend-curator's prognostications about the what's happening that will shape the future. Meaning
Freedom We Sing By Amyra Leon An exuberant, colorful, love-filled story that conveys the experience of embracing freedom. Questing
Strange Rites By Tara Isabella Burton An incredible, adventuresome and encyclopedic overview of seven types of post-religions in America Meaning
Thank You for Voting By Erin Geiger Smith A handy and important nonpartisan resource for this Presidential election year. Meaning
If We Were Gone By John Coy An exploration of how quickly plants and trees can reclaim a landscape in our absence. Transformation
The Third Reconstruction By William J. Barber II A compelling exploration of the need for collective moral action for social justice. Justice
We Are Called to Be a Movement By William J. Barber II A rousing sermon about the need to join together. Justice
Conversations with the Sacred By Manish Mishra-Marzetti, Jennifer Kelleher A top-drawer prayer collection. Devotion
A Feast for Hungry Souls By Susan Muto An abundant collection of Christian insights. X-The Mystery
Forward Together By William J. Barber II A call to find faith and spirituality in the fight for justice. Justice
Speaking Peace in a Climate of Conflict By Marilyn McEntyre Dazzling essays on the amazing power, variety, and impact of words. Meaning
Race Matters By Cornel West A sharp prophetic cry for black freedom, justice, and transformation. Hope
Democracy Matters By Cornel West A sobering, prophetic, and hopeful reading of America and what lies ahead. Hope
Emily's Idea By Christine Evans How an inspired project like making multi-cultural paper-doll chains can spread around the world. Connections
Truth Seekers By David Cortright Deep and wise readings from key figures on the theory and practice of nonviolence. Peace
Why Do We Cry? By Fran Pintadera Gentle and honest reassurance about the many reasons for tears. Compassion