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Recommended
Reading
The
following books have either been read by cosmic-cherry or come
highly recommended by friends and web site visitors. They are
in no particular order!
In most cases a short paragraph expounds their value to the reader.
An
interrupted life:
the diaries and letters
of Etty Hillesum 1941-43.
Persephone Books Ltd
ISBN 09534780-5-X
The innermost thoughts of a young woman living in Holland during
the war – teaches humility and love in adversity – a
powerful book.
Feel
The Fear And Do It Anyway
Dr. Susan Jeffers
Arrow
ISBN: 0-09-974100-8
What can I say? A ‘must read’ for everyone who needs
the inspiration to ‘go for it’
Buddha's
Little Instruction Book
Jack Kornfield
Bantam Books
ISBN: 0-7126-7436-5
A truly lovely collection of wise sayings– keep it by the
loo!!!
Ancient Wisdom, Modern World
His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Abacus
ISBN: 0-349-11254-1
Clear expressions of how relevant is the timeless advice of a
bygone era for us today
The Art Of Happiness
H.H The Dalai Lama & Howard C Cutler
Hodder & Stoughton
ISBN: 0-340-71227-9
If ever a book was meant to show you the way to be happy –
this is it!
Colour Me Healing
Jack Allanach
Element
ISBN: 1-86204-143-1
If you’re fascinated by the potential of colour to heal then
this book will intrigue you.
Feng Shui for the Soul
Denise Linn
Rider
ISBN: 0-7126-7081-5
Cosmic-cherry’s favourite Feng Shui book. Denise Linn is
a master at showing you how to understand yourself and your environment
better.
The Book Of Rune Cards
Ralph Blum
Oracle Books
ISBN: 0-312-03423-7
This particular divinatory guidance seems to be spot on every
time, particularly if you need to do some work on yourself!
Mutant Message Down Under
Marlo Morgan
Thorsons
ISBN: 1-85538-484-1
A highly original and challenging read. Could you manage to live
without your creature comforts?
The Mystery Of The Crystal Skulls
Chris Morton & Ceri Louise Thomas
Thorsons
ISBN: 0-7225-3486-8
Leaves you enthralled and thinking...
Buddha's
Nature
Wes Nisker
Rider Books
ISBN: 0-7126-7066-1
Shows how Buddha’s insights are at one with modern biology
and the nature of being– brilliant
Psychology And The East
C.G Jung
Ark Paperbacks
ISBN: 0-7448-0055-2
Jung was fascinated by Eastern philosophy and thought – you
will be too!
The
Art Of Living
Epictetus
Harper Collins Publishers/India
ISBN: 0-06-251322-2
Epictetus was the new age guru of his time– there’s
nothing new under the sun! This wisdom is totally relevant for
now.
The Tao Of Pooh
Benjamin Hoff
Methuen
ISBN: 0-416-19511-3
Amazingly – makes you think seriously in a fun way
Lao
Tzu's Tao Te Ching
Edited by Timothy Freke
Piatkus
ISBN: 0-7499-1468-8 .
This version of The Tao Te Ching uses contemporary language to
express the expressionless! Enjoy the simplicity and the paradox.
Make Your Mind An Ocean
Lama Yeshe
Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive Boston
ISBN:1-891868-03-9
Buddhist wisdom in a contemporary easy-to-follow style –
Lama Yeshe understands our psyches oh so well. [A free pamphlet
– donations welcome!]
Becoming
Your Own Therapist
Lama Yeshe
Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive Boston
ISBN: 1-891868-00-4
It makes sense to spend time looking inside at what makes us tick.
Learn how to be mindful of your thoughts and emotions. [A free
pamphlet – donations welcome!]
When Things Fall Apart
Pema Chodron
Shamballa Publications
ISBN: 1-57062-160-8
A cosmic-cherry favourite. Anyone who ever feels in need of a
re-think, would benefit from Pema Chodron’s teaching.
How
To Be Good
Nick Hornby
Viking
ISBN: 0-670-88823-0
A novel for our time. Can be a bit uncomfortable as we realise
our double standards!
Awakening To The Sacred
Lama Surya Das
Bantam
ISBN: 0-553-81295-5
As its title suggests, this book really does
provide a wake up call for those who want to nurture their natural
goodness and soul nature.The Dancing Wu Li Masters - an overview
of the new physics
The Dancing Wu Li Masters
Gary Zukav
Rider
ISBN: 0 7126 4872-0
To be perfectly frank, cosmic-cherry found this book far more
technical than the title suggests. It is only recommended for
people who already have a grasp of physics or who are prepared
to put in some serious study!
Bluff Your Way In The Quantum Universe
Jack Klaff
Ravette Publishing
ISBN: 1-85304-863-1
The new physics in fun form – and actually you can learn
a few useful tips from this little gem.
Real
Power - business lessons from the Tao Te Ching
James A. Autry & Stephen Mitchell
Nicholas Brealy Publishing
ISBN: 1 85788 224-5
A must-read for everyone who employs other people and wants to
engender a fulfilled and productive work force.
All About Mediumship
Ursula Roberts Booksprint / Two Worlds
ISBN: 0 947823 40 9
If you’re interested in the correspondence between the earth
bound form and other entities, this book is worth a read.
Living In Two Worlds -
the autobiography of Ursula Roberts
Regency Press
ISBN: 0-7212-0629-8
Ursula Roberts now lives in spirit. Her life was unusual and this
book gives a fascinating insight into the special experiences
which she was blessed with.
A Quiet Mind Companion
Jenny Dent
The White Eagle Publishing Trust
ISBN: 0-85487-091-1
A haven of good sense in a spiritual awareness package.
The
Healing Energies Of Light
Roger Coghill
Gaia Books Ltd
ISBN: 1-85675-185-6
Look and see... light in all its amazing aspects is illuminated
by Roger Coghill. A very worthwhile book.
Freedom In Exile, the autobiography
of His Holiness the Dalai Lama
Abacus
ISBN: 0-349-10462-X
If you are interested in the history and struggle of the Tibetan
people, then The Dalai Lama’s story helps to make sense of
the senseless.
The
Miracle Of Mindfulness
Thich Nhat Hanh
Rider Books
ISBN: 0-7126-4787-2
Check out your thoughts and see what’s really going on!
Present Moment Wonderful Moment,
mindfulness verses for daily living
Thich Nhat Hanh
Full Circle, New Delhi
ISBN: 81-7621-006-4
Out of the ordinary and mundane Thich Nhat Hanh conjures up living,
working inspiration.
Being Peace
Thich Nhat Hanh
Full Circle, New Delhi
ISBN: 81-216-0701-9
The title says it all.
The
Heart Of Understanding
Thich Nhat Hanh
Full Circle, New Delhi
ISBN: 81-216-0703-5
A selection of teachings which brings Buddhist wisdom right into
the frenetic 21st century – guidance for a better life Living
Buddha Living Christ.
Thich Nhat Hanh
Rider .
ISBN: 0 7126 7281-8
All great teachers share common purpose The ageless guidance of
these enlightened beings is brought to life on the page
Zen Made Easy
Timothy Freke
Godsfield Press .
ISBN: 1-899434-44-5
A little pocket book to start you on the road to simplicity and
living in the moment
Meditations From The Road
M. Scott Peck
Rider
ISBN: 0-7126-5966-8
‘A saying a day’ - a pocket book to help you focus one
day at a time 365 days a year.
The Screwtape Letters
C.S Lewis
Ask for contemporary publisher!.
An old favourite – a humorous look at the forces of darkness
and how we help them or hinder them.
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