Book Reviews

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The Politics Industry By Katherine M. Gehl, Michael E. Porter An incredibly insightful analysis of the U.S. political system and a call for political innovation. Shadow
Biophilia You + Nature + Home By Sally Coulthard A beautifully illustrated book packed with ideas for bringing the outside inside to your home or workplace. Connections
Awestruck By Jonah Paquette A wide-ranging exploration of the benefits of awe experiences. Reverence
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
Strange Rites By Tara Isabella Burton A fascinating, adventuresome, and encyclopedic overview of seven new faiths in a post-religion age. Meaning
Thank You for Voting By Erin Geiger Smith A handy and important nonpartisan resource for this Presidential election year. Meaning
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
Truth Seekers By David Cortright Deep and wise readings from key figures on the theory and practice of nonviolence. Peace
Simply Mindful By Donald Altman An overview with some fresh angles on mindfulness practice. Being Present
Let the People Pick the President By Jesse Wegman An overview of the problems with the electoral college and the benefits of a Presidential election based on the popular vote. Transformation