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Spirit
Jonathan Livingston Seagull: A Story
by Richard Bach
it is every gull's right to fly, to reach the ultimate freedom of challenge and discovery, finding the greatest reward in teaching younger gulls the joy of flight and the power of dreams - a spiritual classic!
Illusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah
by Richard Bach
discover the ageless truths that give our souls wings: that people don't need airplanes to soar...that even the darkest clouds have meaning once we lift ourselves above them... and that messiahs can be found deep within ourselves
The Mahabharata: An English Version Based on Selected Verses
edited by C. V. Narasimhan
a treatise on life itself, this epic poem embraces religion and ethics, politics and government, philosophy and the pursuit of salvation with a collection of more than 4,000 verses supplemented by a glossary, genealogical tables, and an index correlating the verses with the original Sanskrit text
Ramayana: India's Immortal Tale of Adventure, Love and Wisdom
edited by Kenneth Anderson
a novelized adaptation of the ancient Indian classic containing all the essential narrative of the original Sanskrit text, but written in a contemporary style
Great Indian Epics: The Stories of the Ramayana and the Mahabharata With Notes Appendices and Illustration
by John C. Oman
a volume combining the two great Hindu sagas
How Can I Help: Stories and Reflections on Service
by Ram Dass
support and inspiration for members of the helping professions providing strength, clarity, and wisdom
The Gospel of Sri Ramakrishna
by Swami Nikhilananda
truly one of the spiritual treasures of the ages containing over 1,000 pages of dialogue capturing the words and essence of a man beloved not only in India but around
the world as a pure expression of the divine
Buddha Stories
by Demi
filled with wisdom and insight, this beautiful collection of fables will continue to educate and entertain for years to come
The Dhammapada: Sayings of Buddha
by Thomas F. Cleary
Buddha's beautiful, concise, and accessible aphorisms profoundly illustrate the serenity and unalterable dignity of the Buddhist path of light, love, peace and truth
Autobiography: The Story of My Experiments With Truth
by Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi
a facinating self-portrait of possibly the greatest soul of this century
Gandhi on Non-Violence
edited by Merton
this book presents the basic statements of principle and interpretation which make up Gandhi's philosophy of non-violence (AHIMSA) and non-violent action (SATYAGRAHA)
I Have a Dream: Writings and Speeches That Changed the World
edited by James Melvin Washington
the civil rights leader's most memorable writings and speeches, complete with a biography of King and a historical review of the Civil Rights Movement
The Martin Luther King, Jr. Companion: Quotations from the Speeches, Essays, and Lectures of Martin Luther King, Jr.
edited by Coretta Scott King
this handsome quotation book represents the finest of the Reverend King's words; it is a classic volume compiled from his essays, lectures, and speeches
Mind
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind
by Shunryu Suzuki
a remarkable book on Zen meditation - simplicity at it's best, and that is what makes it beautiful
The Inner Game of Tennis
by Tim Gallwey
much more than tennis - a book on life itself
Zen Comics
by Ioanna Salajan
zen teachings through comics - a most appropriate presentation of profound simplicity
Island
by Aldous Huxley
Huxley's utopian masterpiece, this book is more than a novel - it is a philosophy and more than anything it is a book about hope, about what we as humans can achieve with just the right viewpoint
The Handbook of Self-Healing
by Meir Schneider
self-healing techniques that work on all parts of the body
Healthy Healing: A Guide to Self-Healing for Everyone
by Linda Rector Page
an encyclopedia-style reference with over 350 alternative healing remedies, and addresses alternative health care, over 150 specific ailments with recommendations, women's, men's, children's and even pet health issues, and more
Love, Medicine and Miracles: Lessons Learned About Self-Healing from a Surgeon's Experience With Exceptional Patients
by Bernie S. Siegel
a reissue of the runaway bestseller that shows patients how to influence their own recovery, including a new introduction by the author who proves that love heals and miracles happen every day
Body
Somatics: Reawakening the Mind's Control of Movement, Flexibility, and Health
by Thomas Hanna
a gentle program that reverses or avoids many of the effects associated with aging
The Body of Life: Creating New Pathways for Sensory Awareness and Fluid Movement
by Thomas Hanna
another of Hanna's works promoting an alternative approach to understanding our body
Fitness Without Stress - A Guide to the Alexander Technique
by Robert Rickover
a guided tour from the beginning years of the Technique to its present
The Alexander Technique: How to Use Your Body Without Stress
by Wilfred Barlow
a revolutionary method of bodywork providing the key to successful body dynamics
Body Learning: An Introduction to the Alexander Technique
by Michael J. Gelb
by unlearning common bad postural habits and ways of using the body, people can alleviate tension, fatigue, back pain, neck stiffness, asthma, headaches, depression, and many other ailments - photography for this book was done by Laura Huxley
Body Awareness in Action: A Study of the Alexander Technique
by Frank Pierce. Jones
remains one of the best books on this system of bodywork
Your Guide to the Alexander Technique
by John Gray
possibly this book may be the best Alexander book not written by FM Alexander himself
Awareness Through Movement: Health Exercises for Personal Growth
by Moshe Feldenkrais
provides a modern-day, practical program for the perennial ideal of a healthy mind in a healthy body integrating physical and mental development into a new, invigorating wholeness
A Gift for Healing: How You Can Use Therapeutic Touch
by Deborah Cowens, Tom Monte
will put readers in touch with powerful healing abilities that lie untapped in most people so they may learn to sustain and energize the force that is the source of life and health
Therapeutic Touch: A Practical Guide
by Janet MacRae
comprehensive instruction guide to the gentle, powerful, non-invasive healing technique being used increasingly both inside and outside the medical profession
The Touch of Healing: Energizing the Body, Mind, and Spirit With Jin Shin Jyutsu
by Alice Burmeister
the means to greater health, vitality, and self-understanding through the practice of an ancient oriental healing art and practical holistic philosophy
Reiki Energy Medicine: Bringing the Healing Touch into Home, Hospital and Hospice
by Libby Barnett
explains the body's energy system, and describes how Reiki can be used in a variety of settings to balance energy and create the conditions needed for healing
The Tellington TTouch: A Revolutionary Natural Method to Train and Care for Your Favorite Animal
by Linda Tellington-Jones
solid how-to advice that anyone can use on dogs, cats, horses, birds, even reptiles and exotic animals to show how to release the pain, fear, and tension so many animals suffer
Hands of Light: A Guide to Healing Through the Human Energy Field
by Barbara Ann Brennan
a former NASA scientist and atmospheric physicist provides the first in-depth study of the human energy field--known in lay terms as "aura" presenting techniques on the leading edge of new consciousness and new medicine
Diet for a New America: How Your Food Choices Affect Your Health, Happiness and the Future of Life on Earth
by John Robbins
one of the most profound studies ever written of how our eating habits affect our lives, and indeed all of life on our planet
Raw - The Uncook Book New Vegetarian Food for Life
by Juliano
gourmet raw cuisine - you'll be amazed by the creativity of the recipes in this book
Nature's First Law; The Raw-Food Diet
by Stephen Arlin, David Wolfe et al
benefits of a raw food diet are life transforming as explained in this very comprehensive book
Raw Power! Building Strength and Muscle Naturally
by Stephen Arlin
the raw way to power and strength from an expert on the subject
The Sunfood Diet Success System: 36 Lessons in Health Transformation
by David Wolfe
in a world full of information that confuses most people the Sunfood Diet Success System removes any confusion and allows you to live life full
A Celebration of Wellness: A Cookbook for Vibrant Living: Over 300 Heart Healthy, No Dairy, No Cholesterol, Nonfat and Lowfat Inspired Recipes
by James, M.D. Levin
a magnificent vegan uncookbook providing nonfat, healthy dishes with tastes and flavors that are outstanding
Living Foods for Optimum Health: A Highly Effective Program to Remove Toxins and Restore Your Body to Vibrant Health
by Brian R. Clement
with sample menus and more than 100 appetizing recipes, this raw food guide,prepared by the director of the Hippocrates Institute, makes the latest research and instructions available to all
The History of Natural Hygiene and Principles of Natural Hygiene
by Herbert M. Shelton
the Naturopathic Teachings of Doctors Jennings, Graham, Trall and Tilden
Natural Hygiene: The Pristine Way of Life
by Herbert M. Shelton
a presentation of this system of health by one of its greatest advocates
The Complete Book of Food Combining: A New Approach to Healthy Eating
by Jan Dries
a thorough exploration of the scientific and physiological principles of food combining explains how eating different foods together affects the digestive system, and provides new ways to relieve common digestive complaints
Survival into the Twenty First Century
by Viktoras Kulvinskas
a true reference book, a compliation of hundreds of sources with an extensive bibliography - a true find on life as it may well needs to be
Sprouts For The Love Of Everybody
by Viktoras Kulvinskas
a classic book about one of the most economic and nutritious food options available by a foremost authority on the subject
Conscious Eating
by Gabriel Cousens
a book with uniqueness in that it addresses the subject of eating within the context of how it affects our spiritual development, our health and happiness
Angel Foods: Healthy Recipes for Heavenly Bodies
by Cherie Soria
raw food delights
Enzyme Nutrition: The Food Enzymes Concept
by Edward Howell
lays out the role that "enzymes" play in our life process - is a must read for anyone who's interested in improving their health
Dr. Attwood's Low-Fat Prescription for Kids: A Pediatrician's Program of Preventive Nutrition
by Charles R. Attwood, Benjamin Spock
a practical guide to changing children's high-fat eating habits from one of America's leading pediatricians debunking 12 common myths about low-fat diets and mapping out a realistic, four-stage switch to a meatless, complex-carbohydrate-based diet
Becoming Vegetarian: The Complete Guide to Adopting a Healthy Vegetarian Diet
by Brenda Davis, Victoria Harrison, Vesanto Melina
a comprehensive and up-to-the minute guide to achieving a healthful vegetarian lifestyle written by three highly qualified dietitians
Pregnancy Children and the Vegan Diet
by Michael Klaper
nutritional information and recipes - a wonderfully informative book
A Teen's Guide to Going Vegetarian
by Judy Krizmanic
much more than a guide to modifying diet, this book takes pains to explain why vegetarianism is beneficial both to the individual and to the planet
Eat Smart: A Guide to Good Health for Kids
by Dale Figtree
a way to open a child's mind to the cause and solution of their weight and health problems
Cookin' Healthy With One Foot Out the Door/Quick Meals for Fast Times
by Polly Pitchford, Delia Quigley
a light-hearted look at easy and painless vegan cooking with over 140 creative ways to spend minimum time in the kitchen - most recipes taking less than 15 minutes preparation time, with easy-to-find ingredients
The Single Vegan: Simple, Convenient and Appetizing Meals for One
by Leah Leneman
a mouth-watering selection of quick and easy-to-prepare vegan menus, all suitable for one person
The Peaceful Palate: Fine Vegetarian Cuisine
by Jennifer Raymond
a delightful variety of low-fat, vegan recipes with information about protein
The scientific basis of vegetarianism
by Dr. William Harris
explains the hazards of our traditional diet (promoted by economic forces and governmental policies) and presents the case for a plant-based diet
Immunization
by Walene James
a book explores the dangerous vaccination issue from political, ethical,psychological, aesthetic, and spiritual perspectives supported by the scientific discoveries of researchers who have received little recognition in orthodox medical literature
Confessions of a Medical Heretic
by Robert S. Mendelsohn
for anyone who has doubts about the benevolence of the AMA, pharmaceutical companies and the allied health industries or has suffered from drug interactions, side effects, long-term effects, misdiagnoses, botched treatments, apathy or arrogance on the part of medical providers
How to Raise a Healthy Child: In Spite of Your Doctor
by Robert S. Mendelsohn
a renowned pediatrician and author advises parents on home treatment and diagnosis of colds and flu, childhood illnesses, vision and hearing problems, allergies, and more
Environment
Critical Pat
by R. Buckminster Fuller
a summation of a life devoted to the betterment of all humanity and based on the premise that one individual can make a difference if he or she takes care of the things that need to be done.
Conscious Evolution: Awakening the Power of Our Social Potential
by Barbara Marx Hubbard
a pivotal turning point in human history, leading us into an era of heightened creativity, environmental accountability, and spiritual development
How to Live Green, Cheap, and Happy: Save Money! Save the Planet!
by Randi Hacker
a win-win approach to living
Our Children's Toxic Legacy: How Science and Law Fail to Protect Us from Pesticides
by John Wargo
an expert in pesticide policy traces the history of pesticide law and science, focusing on the special hazards pesticides have presented to children past and present, and suggesting urgent reforms are necessary to protect them
Living Downstream: A Scientist's Personal Investigation of Cancer and the Environment
by Sandra Steingraber
a touchstone for generations, reminding us of the intimate connection between the health of our bodies and the integrity of our air, land, and water
Chemical Exposures: Low Levels and High Stakes
by Claudia S. Miller, Nicholas Askounes Ashford
explains how day-to-day variations in chemical exposure can cause unusual and seemingly unpredictable symptoms (e.g. headache, breathing problems, anxiety, fatigue), including many that have in the past been termed psychosomatic
Our Stolen Future: Are We Threatening Our Fertility, Intelligence, and Survival?-A Scientific Detective Story
by Theo Colborn, Dianne Dumanoski
this groundbreaking book first revealed that chemicals in the environment have affected human reproductive patterns in way that may threaten the survival of the species
The New Natural House Book: Creating a Healthy, Harmonious and Ecologically Sound Home
by David Pearson
a very comprehensive and up-to-date book providing cutting-edge information to transform our homes into havens for the body, mind and spirit
Prescriptions for a Healthy House: A Practical Guide for Architects, Builders and Homeowners
by Paula Baker, Erica Elliott, John Banta
very useful information in a nitty-gritty reference manual that covers everything from theory to specification language in a way that can be applied to any construction type
The Healthy House: How to Buy One How to Build One How to Cure a Sick One
by John Bower
for people trying to reduce toxic or irritating materials from their home, this book provides comprehensive coverage and thorough research
The Healthy Home Environment Guide
by Raymond O'Connor
provides the most up-to-date information on such in-home hazards as lead, asbestos, radon, formaldehyde, and electromagnetic fields, explaining how to measure theirpotential threats and make the home environmentally sound
Healthy Home Handbook: All You Need to Know to Rid Your Home of Health and Safety Hazards
by John Warde
this book tells homeowners everything they need to know about the dangers of carbon monoxide, how to assess old wiring and safeguard electrical systems, silence unwanted noise, reduce and eliminate household allergies, and more
Nuclear Madness: What You Can Do
by Helen Caldicott
completely revised, updated, and expanded version of the 1978 classic, spotlighting the insidious influence of the nuclear power industry and calling on us to accept the moral challenge to fight against it, both for our own sake and for that of future generations
A Desperate Passion: An Autobiography
by Helen Broinowski Caldicott
the memoirs of a mother of three, physician-activist and fighter for life and peace who blessed this world
If You Love This Planet: A Plan to Heal the Earth
by Helen Caldicott
the renowned nuclear activist focuses her attention on ecological issues, providing solutions to ozone depletion, excess energy consumption, pollution, and global warming
Rereading America: Cultural Contexts for Critical Thinking and Writing
by Gary Colombo
every essay is enjoyable and enlightening revealing the experiences of women, African-Americans, Latinos, Asians, working people and many other groups through their voices
Confronting Environmental Racism: Voices from the Grassroots
by Robert D. Bullard
exposing a not-so-obvious aspect of racism and the 'environmental oppression' endured by minorities
Faces of Environmental Racism: Confronting Issues of Global Justice (Studies in Social, Political, and Legal Philosophy)
by Laura Westra
a collection of essays on dealing with many issues surrounding racist actions on an environmental scale
Animal Beings
The Animal Rights Crusade: The Growth of a Moral Protest
by James M. Jasper
revelation of the movement to treat animals with the dignity of living creatures
Slaughter of the Innocent
by Hans Ruesch
a must for whoever considers himself a human being dealing both with moral issues and clinical issues
Reverence for Life
by Albert Schweitzer
the classic by one of the world's great humanitarians
You Can Save the Animals: 251 Ways to Stop Thoughtless Cruelty
by Ingrid Newkirk
from one of the great peacemakers of our day--the real ones who demand nonviolence to all species--Ingrid Newkirk is among those whose deeds and words should be honored, studied, and put into practice
The Case for Animal Rights
by Tom Regan
very welcome to anyone who wants a "scientific" defense of animal rights
Animal Liberation
by Peter Singer
this book will continue to inspire people to take action against the cruelty against and exploitation of animals
Walking With the Great Apes: Jane Goodall, Dian Fossey, Birute Galdikas
by Sy Montgomery
a sensitive and revealing contribution to the legend of a unique sisterhood telling of three women who each gave her mature life to the love, study, and defense of another primate species
Through a Window: My Thirty Years With the Chimpanzees of Gombe
by Jane Goodall
dramatic saga of 30 years in the life of Gombe, on the shores of Lake Tanganyika, where the principal residents are chimpanzees and one extraordinary woman
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