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The Book of Joy
By Dalai Lama; Desmond Tutu
£14.99
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Description
In The Book of Joy, two of the world’s most revered spiritual leaders, the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, come together to explore the profound concept of joy. This enlightening dialogue, framed within their own life experiences, presents a fascinating mix of humour, wisdom, and deep compassion.
The Story
Set against the backdrop of their lifelong friendship, the authors share insights gathered over decades of their respective spiritual journeys. Through conversations that traverse themes of suffering, resilience, and the nature of happiness, they offer readers a heartfelt exploration of how to cultivate joy in a tumultuous world.
Why Readers Love It
- Authentic Wisdom: The teachings are grounded in the rich traditions of Tibetan Buddhism and Christian spirituality, making the insights accessible and relatable.
- Engaging Conversations: The dialogue format captures the warmth and humour of their friendship, inviting readers into an intimate exchange of ideas.
- Practical Guidance: The authors provide practical tools and reflections that encourage readers to embrace joy through mindfulness and compassion.
Perfect For
This book is ideal for anyone seeking to deepen their understanding of joy and its role in the human experience. Fans of spiritual literature, such as The Art of Happiness by the Dalai Lama or God Is Not a Christian by Desmond Tutu, will find resonant themes that echo throughout this work.
"Joy is not something you can buy. It is something you create, something you can work at." — Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu
Book details
- Authors
- Dalai Lama, Desmond Tutu
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House
- Imprint
- Hutchinson
- Publication date
- Format
- Hardback
- Pages
- 368
- ISBN-13
- 9781786330444
- Language
- English
- Genre
- Self-Help, Buddhism
- Dimensions
- 149 × 223 × 36 mm
- Weight
- 522 g
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