A beautiful collection of quotations, insights and short tales which form an attractive introduction to Buddhism in all its richness and variety. Great for the newcomer and a multifaceted pick-me-up for the more experienced practitioner.
A beautifully designed collection of mystical poems to soothe, inspire and rejuvenate the soul. With a body of work spanning the centuries, from the Vedas to St Teresa of Avila, Rumi and Rilke, and arranged by transcendent themes, this book will connect readers with nature, with the stillness within themselves and with the Divine.
A selection of Repeater authors choose their favourite forgotten horror stories for this new anthology, with each also writing a critical introduction for the story of their choice.
The best writing on tennis from the best tennis writers in the business.
Beautiful hardback edition of essential texts from the Zohar (the Book of Splendour) - the key work of the Kabbalah. Part of Watkins' popular Sacred Texts series and with an illuminating foreword by Z'ev ben Shimon Halevi, this is perfect gift or self-purchase for those interested in mysticism and spirituality.
Translated by Stephen MacKenna, the translator of Plotinus, this guide, containing Thomas Kempis' teachings to spiritual and religious life, emphasizes the importance of the inward journey, transcending all sectarian divisions.
There is a longing for spiritual truths and values, an urge to break free from the orthodoxies of our own cultural heritage and to explore beyond its frontiers in search of fulfilment and enlightenment. This search for truth leads us to the sacred texts of the world. This work features a translation of the most important Muslim text, The Koran.
What do you cook for the people you love? We asked 100 of Britain's best chefs, cooks, bakers and local food heroes for their answer to this question through recipes and stories. The results are a dazzling celebration of the diversity of British food and culture.