Book Reviews

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The World Comes to You By Michael Stone Examples from a Buddhist practitioner of how attitudes and practices can be reframed. Hope
Life Is God's Best Gift By Sam Chege A top-notch collection of 300 African proverbs. Meaning
Mama's Last Hug By Frans de Waal A convincing research-based summary of the emotional life of animals. Reverence
The Reckless Way of Love By Dorothy Day, Carolyn Kurtz, editor Wisdom from a zealous Christian. Love
Falter By Bill McKibben An environmental activists fears and hopes about the survival of the human species. Hope
The Most Important Point By Edward Espe Brown, Danny S. Parker, editor A remarkable collection of 60 dharma talks by a Zen master and cook. You
The World Could Be Otherwise By Norman Fischer A Buddhist teacher's suggestions for practicing the paramitas on our spiritual journey. Imagination
The Way of Forgiveness By Michael Leach, James T. Keane, Doris Goodnough An inspiring collection of essays on forgiving self and others and receiving God's forgiveness. Forgiveness
The Art of Mindful Reading By Ella Berthoud A delightful celebration of reading with plenty of practices for expanding and enriching the experience. You
Forest Bathing By Cyndi Gilbert A naturopathic physician's recommendations for a revitalizing nature practice. Nurturing
Reflect By Donald Altman Instructions from a mindfulness coach on how to have deeper experiences with the mundane and ordinary in our daily lives. Being Present
The Source of Self-Regard By Toni Morrison Wise observations on contemporary American life and the history that created it. Reverence
Can I Get a Witness? By Charles Marsh, Shea Tuttle, Daniel P. Rhodes Profiles of men and women whose activism continues to inspire us. Faith
American Dialogue By Joseph J. Ellis A fascinating exploration, cast as a dialogue between past and present, on key issues of American life. Justice
The Second Mountain By David Brooks A brilliant and persuasive toolkit of ideals, goals, and aspirations for a relational way of life. Transformation
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