Philosophy and Religion

A chance meeting in Rio takes Maria to Geneva, where she dreams of finding fame and fortune, yet ends up working the streets as a prostitute. In Geneva, Maria drifts further and further away from love while at the same time developing a fascination with sex. Eventually, Maria's despairing view of love is put to the test when she meets a handsome young painter. In this odyssey of self-discovery, Ma

An extraordinary mixture of adventure story and guide to self-knowledge, this book recounts the spectacular trials of Paulo and his mentor, Petrus, as they journey across Spain in search of a miraculous sword. A compelling tale that delivers a powerful brew of magic and insight, The Pilgrimage recounts the amazing trials of Paulo Coelho and his mysterious mentor, Petrus, as they journey across Spa

"The Valkyries" is a compelling account of a forty-day quest into the searing heat of the Mojave Desert. This exciting new edition includes exclusive content, such as an interview with the author, in-depth background information on the book, recommended books if you liked this one, and much more. Why is it that we destroy the things we love most? This is the question Paulo Coelho faces in this sto

The Winner Stands Alone is the enthralling new novel by the incomparable Paulo Coelho. The story is set during the Cannes International Film Festival and the entire action plays out over 24 hours. Igor is a wealthy Russian businessman. His wife Ewa left him two years ago and Igor has never really come to terms with their break up, especially as Ewa is now remarried to a famous fashion designer, Ha

In his bestselling book No Self, No Problem: How Neuropsychology Is Catching Up to Buddhism, Dr. Chris Niebauer explored the incredible link between Eastern philosophy and the latest findings in psychology and neuroscience, and made the case that the latest research in neuropsychology is now confirming a fundamental tenet of Buddhism, what is called anatta, or the doctrine of “no self.

This is a little book about soul freedom. It is a book about discovering the secret to all the things we most desire - contentment, meaning, peace of mind and true freedom. This skilfully edited translation of selections from the writings of Meister Eckhart provides a path into the spiritual life for contemporary seekers.

Renew Your Faith in the Feminine Divine. Combining the wisdom of the early Celtic Clan, the enchantment of ancient magick and the playfulness of the Celtic spirit, this book illustrates the basic principles of Goddess teachings so seekers can develop steadfast faith in their feminine power.

Rowdy, ecstatic and sometimes stern, these teaching stories and fables reveal new and very human properties in Rumi's vision. Included here are the notorious “Latin parts” that Reynold Nicholson felt were too unseemly to appear in English in his 1920s translation. For Rumi, anything that human beings do - however compulsive - affords a glimpse into the inner life.

Fear is destructive, a pervasive problem we all face. Vietnamese Buddhist Zen Master, poet, scholar, peace activist, and one of the foremost spiritual leaders in the world—a gifted teacher who was once nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize by Martin Luther King Jr.—Thich Nhat Hanh has written a powerful and practical strategic guide to overcoming our debilitating uncertainties and personal terrors.

Foreword by Dawn Mariann THE INFINITE WISDOM OF THE AKASHIC RECORDS is an extraordinary book filled with unparalleled tools for transformation. Accessing the Akashic Records is one of the most powerful paths to self-awareness and personal change currently available.

In this book, a companion to An Offering of Leaves, much-loved Jivamukti Yoga teacher ,Ruth Lauer-Manenti, ('Lady Ruth') offers over forty more of the 'dharma talks' that she gives at the beginning of each yoga class.

The sexual act is possibly the most potent - and pleasurable - gateway to the primordial and the divine. From the Tantric mysteries of Hinduism and Buddhism and the inner alchemy of Taoism, to the sacrament of the bridal chamber in Christianity - and, of course, the traditions of Western Magic and Witchcraft - sex pervades the highest and most secret teachings all over the world.

TEMPLARS IN AMERICA reveals the story of two leading European Templar families who combined forces to create a new commonwealth in America nearly a century before the voyages of Christopher Columbus. Henry St. Clair of the Orkney Islands, then part of Normandy, and Carlo Zeno, a Venetian trader, made peaceful and mutually beneficial contact with the Mi'kmaq people of what is now Canada.

The Egyptian Book of the Dead is one of the oldest and greatest classics of Western spirituality. Until now, the available translations have treated these writings as historical curiosities that have little relevance to our contemporary situations. This new version, made from the hieroglyphs, approaches the Book of the Dead as a profound spiritual text capable of speaking to us today.

In THE OM, the reader will gain an understanding of what these rare entities are, their interaction with The Origin and The Source, and why they are considered to be Uncreated. In direct dialogue with The Om, the Author describes: · How The OM became uncreated, their structure and their variants, including New Om! · What random sentience is.