Inspiring readers to explore the outdoors, this stunning photo journal offers a fresh perspective on the pleasures of nature. “From the redwood forest to the Gulf Stream waters,” sang Woody Guthrie, “this land was made for you and... Read More

Offering priceless wisdom, this rare guide to weight loss opens up new opportunities for spiritual growth. Hatha yoga, the physical practice of yoga postures, is finally losing its (sadly) accurate reputation in the Western world as the... Read More

This informative account delves into the personalities who brought the fitness trend to America. In "Making the American Body", Jonathan Black masterfully explores the many twists and evolutions of the fitness industry, from barbells to... Read More

This inside look into the lives of two heavyweight champions offers a candid insight into a sport with a sordid history. In "One Punch from the Promised Land", John Florio and Ouisie Shapiro vividly recount the tumultuous boxing careers... Read More

This inspirational book encourages artists to view art as worthy of the effort required to master it. Early chapters of Making Art a Practice: 30 Ways to Paint a Pipe, by Cat Bennett, include essays about the artistic process and how to... Read More

Packed with absorbing insights and written in an accessible voice, this volume translates scientific discoveries into simple, visual terms. In "Dreams of Other Worlds", scholars Chris Impey and Holly Henry offer a deeply engaging view of... Read More

His encouraging voice makes this priest’s guide an effective tool for Christians developing a more personal relationship to religious practice. In Prayer: Our Deepest Longing, Roman Catholic priest Ronald Rolheiser avoids the... Read More

Engaging rather than didactic, this exploration of Hinduism’s roots enlightens readers on the essence of creativity and karma. Irina Gajjar’s (author of The Gita, a contemporary translation of the Bhagavad Gita) "On Hinduism" is an... Read More