Book Reviews

The Stream & the Sapphire 38 poems which convey her journey from agnosticism to Christianity. Attention
Real Matter Shares some of his wilderness experiences along with his salute to all wild places. Reverence
Zen Around the World Presents the evolution of this path. Attention
Healing Emotions Explores the body-mind connection. Unity
The Hidden Power of Dreams Harvests some of the wisdom native peoples have about this important dimension of life. Teachers
Bread for the Journey A stirring daybook with poignant passages on death and memory and the spiritual practices of forgiveness, hospitality Forgiveness
Henri Nouwen An in-depth survey of the life and work of this prolific Catholic psychologist and theologian. Questing
The Shaman's Secret Covers their mythology and understanding of soul. Meaning
A Woman's Book of Life Emphasizes the importance of connections and love as meaning makers. Connections
The Dying Time A treasure trove of information about how to cope with the emotional, physical, and spiritual struggles that occur during the drama of dying. Nurturing
Zen and the Beat Way Probes this phenomenon during the 1950s. Imagination
The Hidden Face of God An intellectually engaging work that helps us appreciate the menaing in life and the mystery of God. X-The Mystery
The Power of Meditation and Prayer Brings together 10 interviews by individuals who have played major roles in the contemporary spiritual renaissance. Connections
A Pilgrim in Aquarius Celebrates the New Age as a community of imagination where everyday spirituality, co-creativity, and world-building go hand in hand. Enthusiasm
Friend of the Soul Explores the meaning of our labors as a holy endeavor and as an expression of our God-given gifts and talents. Devotion
The Shambhala Guide to Sufism An accessible and enlightening overview of this self-consciously esoteric religious path. X-The Mystery
Introducing Contemporary Theologies A cogent overview of 15 major theologians of our times. Faith
Luminous Mind A Tibetan Buddhist teacher explains clarity of mind, the fragility of life, compassion and meditation practice. Gratitude
Life Lines Ponders the wisdom of Ecclesiastes to shed light on suffering, failure and death. Grace
Minding the Temple of the Soul Explores how the body, mind, and soul can be balanced through traditional Jewish prayer, movement, and meditation. Devotion