Book Reviews

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Ghosts of Gold Mountain By Gordon H. Chang A portrait of and tribute to the Chinese immigrants who did more than their share in transforming America during the late 1800s. Connections
Liberty and Freedom By David Hackett Fischer A fascinating, detailed, and well-written history of how America's founding ideals have been conveyed through images and events. Meaning
The Zen Book of Life By Mark Zocchi Wisdom to open hearts and minds. Teachers
Awaken Every Day By Thubten Chodron A dazzling daybook with spiritual practices for when the rubber hits the road. Joy
The Last Unknowns By John Brockman A book of questions to get you thinking about what you want to know. Questing
Identity By Francis Fukuyama A look through a philosophical lens at the role identity plays in today's politics. Meaning
The Robots Are Coming! By Andres Oppenheimer A wake-up call about the changes underway in the work arena. Meaning
1619 By James Horn 1619 as a challenging year in Jamestown Shadow
A Little Rule for Beginners By Joan Chittister A pocket-sized summary of the Rule of Benedict. Faith
For the Inward Journey By Howard Thurman, Ann Spencer Thurman Poignant, creative, and remarkable meditations by the theologian and mystic. Teachers
Autumn Light By Pico Iyer An enchanting and lyrical tribute to love, beauty wonder, impermanence, and Kyoto. Love
Zen Traces By Kenneth Kraft Koans from Zen Buddhists combined with wisdom from American writers. X-The Mystery
Ecodharma By David R. Loy Essays calling us to do what we can to bring healing to the tormented earth. Meaning
Hildegard of Bingen By Demi The story of the multi-talented mystic, musician, and saint who was one of the most influential people of her time. Devotion
River Rescue By Jennifer Keats Curtis, Tri-State Bird Rescue & Research, Inc. The true story of the Tri-State Bird Rescue and Research team's efforts to save wildlife after oil spills. Compassion
Zen Happiness By Jon J. Muth Charmingly illustrated aphorisms that bring forth joy. Joy
Worried? By Lise Johnson, Eric Chudler Actually good reasons why it's hard to stop worrying in a dangerous world. Shadow
The Pursuit of American Character By Rupert Wilkinson An inventive contribution to American Studies books Meaning
Last Call for Liberty By Os Guinness Vim and vigor from an Evangelical Christian on freedom. Meaning
Resilience By Linda Graham A brain-training program with experiential and increasingly complex exercises for responding to stress. Nurturing