On Patriotism:
For Love of Country: Debating the Limits of Patriotism
Edited by Martha Nussbaum
The central argument of this book is that we should distrust conventional
patriotism as a parochial ideal and instead see ourselves as citizens
of the world. Essays by Sissela Bok, Nathan Glazer, Amartya Sen, Kwane
Anthony Appiah et al.
$16 pa (0-80704313-3).
On Peace Action:
An Autobiography : The Story of My Experiments With Truth
By Mohandes K. Gandhi
In the authorized American edition of his classic autobiography, Gandhi
recounts the story of his life and how he developed his concept of
satyagraha, or active non-violent resistance.
$14.00 pa 0-8070-5909-9.
The Miracle of Mindfulness: An Introduction to the Practice of
Meditation
By Thich Nhat Hanh
An introduction to Buddhist meditation by a VietNamese Zen Buddhist
master and founder of socially engaged Buddhism. Nhat Hanh's gentle
stories and exercises show us how to use the practice of mindfulness
to find the joy in each moment and attain greater self-understanding
and peace.
Paperback 0-8070-1239-4 / $12.00
Gift $17.00 0-8070-1232-7
In Our Own Best Interest: How Defending Human Rights Benefits
All Americans
By William F. Schulz
The executive Director of Amnesty International/ USA (and former UUA
President) argues that it is in the interest of Americans to defend
human rights everywhere. He delineates the connection between America's
prosperity and human rights violations all over the globe.
$25.00 cloth 0-8070-0226-7
You Can't Be Neutral on a Moving Train: A Personal History of
Our Times
by Howard Zinn
Acclaimed historian Howard Zinn both chronicled and participated in
some of the most important social movements of our time. He shows
how small actions can effect historic change.
$14 paperback 0-8070-7059-9
On Grief and Loss:
Life Lines: Holding On (and Letting Go)
By Forrest Church
In this eloquent, personal, hopeful book, popular writer and minister
(of All Souls Unitarian Church in New York, NY) Forrest Church explores
the lifelines that can sustain us in times of trouble: deeper connections
to neighbor and stranger, a better understanding of human limits,
a larger view of our place in the universe.
Paperback 0-8070-2723-5 / $14.0 0
Living When A Loved One Has Died
By Rabbi Earl Grollman
A gentle companion for those who have recently lost a loved one.
$10.00 paperback 0-8070-2719-7
$17.00 cloth gift 0-8070-2724-3
Bereaved Children and Teens: A Support Guide for Parents and Professionals
By Rabbi Earl Grollman
Bringing together fourteen experts from across the United States and
Canada, "Bereaved Children and Teens" is a comprehensive
guide to helping children and adolescents cope with the emotional,
religious, social, and physical consequences of a loved one's death.
$15 paperback 0-8070-2307-8
Talking About Death: A Dialogue Between Parent and Child
By Rabbi Earl Grollman
A compassionate guide for adults and children to read together, featuring
a read along story, answers to questions children ask about death.
$15.50 paperback 0-8070-2363-9
Remembering Well
Rituals for Celebrating Life and Mourning Death
Sarah York
How to plan services and rituals that honor the spirits and are faithful
to the values and beliefs of the deceased while also respecting the
needs and wishes of those who attend the services. For family members,
clergy, funeral professionals and hospice workers. Includes real-life
stories, examples and practical guidelines. (Jossey-Bass) 2000. 208
pp. Item 7115 $20.00
Sorrow's Company: Writers on Loss and Grief
Edited by DeWitt Henry
Contemporary writing about loss and grieving from Jamaica Kincaid,
William Gibson and others.
$24.00 cloth 0-8070-6236-7
On World Religions:
A World of Faith
Peggy Fletcher Stack, Illustrated by Kathleen Peterson
Presents the moral teachings and unique forms of worship of most American
denominations. Includes illustrations that depict key cultural and
historical aspects of each faith. Ages 8-12. (Signature) 1998. 60
pp. Hardcover. Item 8174 $19.95
The Illustrated World's Religions
A Guide to Our Wisdom Traditions
Huston Smith
Brings to life the diversity of humanity's enduring religious traditions.
Presents the essential elements and teachings of predominant world
faiths and primal religions-all illuminated with full-color photographs
and illustrations. (HarperSanFrancisco) 1994. 256 pp. Item 4101 $24.00
How to Be a Perfect Stranger
A Guide to Etiquette in Other People's Religious Ceremonies
Edited by Arthur J. Magida and Stuart M. Matlins
Introduces the rituals and celebrations of major American religions
and denominations. Easy-to-use resource helps any well-meaning guest
of another faith to feel at ease, participate as much as possible
and avoid violating anyone's religious principles or hurting their
feelings. (Jewish Lights)
Volume 1: Includes Baptist, Buddhist, Episcopalian, Jewish, Methodist,
Quaker, Roman Catholic and many more religions. 432 pp. Item 6004
$19.95.
Volume 2: Includes African American, Methodist, Baha'i, Mennonite/Amish,
Native American, Unitarian Universalist and many other faiths. 416
pp. Item 6009 $19.95
On Talking to Children and Teens:
I'm Like You, You're Like Me
A Child's Book About Understanding and Celebrating Each Other
Cindy Gainer
Invitation to children to accept and affirm differences. Simple words
and colorful illustrations. Ages 3-8. (Free Spirit) 1998. 40 pp. Item
8163 $10.95
What Does God Look Like?
Lawrence and Karen Kushner
Board book format for ages 0-4. Abridged version of Because Nothing
Looks Like God. (Skylight Paths) 2001 24pp. Item 8177 $7.95
How Does God Make Things Happen?
Lawrence and Karen Kushner
Board book format for ages 0-4. Abridged form authors' book from Because
Nothing Looks Like God. (Skylight Paths) 2001 24 pp. Item 8176 $7.95
Old Turtle
Douglas Wood, Illustrated by Cheng-Khee Chee
The Old Turtle teaches the animals that there is God in all of nature.
She warns that people must stop showing disrespect for the earth by
polluting. Ages 4-8. (Pfeifer-Hamilton) 1992. 48 pp. Hardcover. Item
8088 $17.95
Prejudice
Stories About Hate, Ignorance, Revelation, and Transformation
Edited by Daphne Muse
Collection begins with an unflinching look at prejudice and gradually
evolves to show how revelation transforms prejudice. The experiences
here are diverse, including those of Mexican Americans, Latinos, women,
African Americans, the disabled, Jews, gays and lesbians, immigrants,
and Asian Americans. (Hyperion) 1998. 218 pp. Item 3720 $7.95
Talking about Death
A Dialogue between Parent and Child
Third Edition
Earl Grollman, Illustrated by Susan Avishai
Why do people die? How do you explain the loss of a loved one to a
child? Compassionate guide for adults and children to read together,
featuring a read-along story, answers to childrens' questions about
death and a comprehensive list of resources and organizations that
can help. (Beacon) 1990. 118 pp. Item 4229 $15.50
Parenting as a Spiritual Journey
Deepening Ordinary & Extraordinary Events into Sacred Occasions
Nancy Fuchs-Kreimer
Explores the transformative spiritual adventure of bringing up children.
Shows how even the seemingly insignificant moments in a day with your
child can be full of spiritual meaning. Includes rituals, prayers
and inspiring passages from Jewish and other religious traditions.
(Jewish Lights) 1998. 224 pp. Item 5356 $16.95
On Healing and Searching for Answers:
Praying with Our Hands
21 Practices of Embodied Prayer from the World's Spiritual Traditions
Jon M. Sweeney, Photographs by Jennifer J. Wilson
In this intriguing book of reflections and photographs, we see how
our bodies, particularly our hands, can give meaning to our prayers
in ways that words alone cannot. These spiritual practices are from
a range of religious traditions-from Anglican to Sufi, from Buddhist
to Shaker. (Skylight Paths) 2000. 83 pp. Item 5382 $16.95
Finding Your Religion
When the Faith You Grew Up With Has Lost Its Meaning
Scotty McLennan
McLennan, the inspiration for the character "Reverend Scotty
Sloan" in Garry Trudeau's comic strip "Doonesbury,"
is a real-life UU minister. Here he shares his own and his students'
search for a meaningful spiritual life, detailing six stages of faith-Magic,
Reality, Dependence, Independence, Interdependence and Unity. (HarperSanFrancisco)
2000. 242 pp. Item 6144 $14.00
Four Spiritualities:
Expressions of Self, Expressions of Spirit
Peter Tufts Richardson
Beautifully describes 4 underlying patterns of spirituality that are
part of every religious tradition. Provides a framework for finding
your own path in the myriad of contemporary spiritual choices. (Davies-Black)
1996. 261 pp. Item 4180 $16.95
Life Prayers from Around the World
365 Prayers, Blessings, and Affirmations to Celebrate the Human Journey
Edited by Elizabeth J. Roberts and Elias Amidon
Elegant anthology celebrates the cycles, wonders, challenges and mysteries
of human life on earth. Joyfully acknowledges the gift of life in
all its forms, with all its struggles and in all its glories. Companion
to the popular Earth Prayers. (HarperSan-Francisco) 1996. 462 pp.
Item 4089 $17.00
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