Book Reviews

Not Turning Away Essays on the challenges of moving from the meditation cushion to the intractable problems of the suffering world. Justice
Once Upon a Time in Africa Gems on family, community, joy, and the ancestors. Meaning
Thirst Reveals the nightmare of addiction, the miracles of recovery, and the grace of God as a source of hope. Transformation
Doorkeeper of the Heart Stories and poems by this ardent and ascetic Sufi saint. Devotion
Testament Vividly conveys the yearning of four individuals who were deeply influenced by Jesus of Nazareth. Yearning
Positive Energy A daily program for unifying spirit, emotions, and body. Nurturing
Tagore A crosscut of devotional poems by this Nobel Prize winning Indian poet. Devotion
Breath of Life Does justice to the movements of the Communion Maker in a world of rifts, separations, and alienation. Grace
The Enigma of Anger Offers a Christian analysis of this pesky emotion. Peace
Start Now! Spiritual practices and exercises for inner development. Reverence
The Gospels of Mary Opens the doors for a fresh appreciation of this beloved disciple. Teachers
Sacred Dying An accessible and practical resource on ways to help individuals in the process of dying. Openness
American Shaman Filled with amazing stories, meaningful rituals, and insights into the varied ways that the shamanistic practices of indigenous peoples can enrich our lives. Transformation
Light Upon Light Poems, parables, and quotations that illustrate this thirteenth century Sufi mystic's zeal. Zeal
Light of Oneness Challenges mystical activists from all traditions to bring about healing and transformation in this troubled world. Transformation
William Sloane Coffin Jr. A rousing and passionate biography of the most prophetic and committed liberal Protestant of this generation. Justice
Meditation A user-friendly overview of this multifaith tool. Devotion
If the Buddha Came to Dinner Lays out nourishing practices that encourage growth and development. Nurturing
Tomorrow's God Food for thought on important issues of the day. Vision
The Four Things That Matter Most A simple and elegant book about healing relationships and making the most of the limited time we have on earth. Connections