Book Reviews

The Passionate Troubadour A radical, bold, and full-hearted salute to the legacy of a holy man of the margins. Grace
Between Two Souls An extraordinary book of poetry that demonstrates the beauty and the bounties of spiritual openness, hospitality, and connections. Openness
Performance Addiction Exercises and advice on how to free yourself from a life of unrelenting competition and comparisons. You
Shafts of Light Wise teachings by this Hindu head of the Vedanta Society of Northern California for 37 years. You
Meal by Meal Ideas and suggestions for making the most of this important part of our lives. Attention
Music as Yoga Ideas on the healing power of music and the transformative power of mantras Transformation
Mercury Retrograde A very helpful work on how to go with the flow and make the most of this three-times-a-year astrological event. Meaning
The Gospel of Thomas An inspiring paperback for those who want to practice the wisdom of Jesus and step into the Kingdom of God right now here on earth. Peace
The Inner Experience Describes the rewards and riches of this Christian spiritual practice. Attention
Strength for the Journey Twenty-two sermons on a variety of themes including hope, happiness and struggle. Faith
Centering Prayer and Inner Awakening A thoughtful exploration of this devotional practice and its rewards. Devotion
The Fragrance of Faith A blooming garden of devotional treasures from Rumi, Mullah Nasruddin, and various other Sufi seers. Teachers
Seeking Enlightenment . . . Hat by Hat A spunky spiritual memoir about a mystery writer's quest for God and community. Questing
Creativity Reveals how this faculty is the alchemy that can transform us and our world as we move to the next level of evolution. Imagination
A Heart Poured Out A biography of the India-born monk of the Ramakrishna Order who developed the Vedanta movement in California. Teachers
God of Dirt An appreciation of the American poet who sees nature as part of her family. Attention
Learning to Pray Spells out the manifold meanings and powerful practices in the Lord's Prayer. Devotion
Mantra Meditation Sanskrit spiritual formulas that can be used to enhance one's life. Devotion
Heart Speaks to Heart A full-bodied overview of this heartful spiritual path and its many practices. Love
Smiles of God A deeply devotional work about the patron saint of florists and gardeners. Devotion