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Buddha: a story of enlightenment
By Deepak Chopra. 2007
A retelling of the Buddha's search for truth. The prince Siddhartha leaves behind his comfortable palace, becomes a wandering monk…
who faces many trials and much suffering, and transcends physical pain to achieve enlightenment as the Buddha. Includes a concise practical guide to Buddhism. 2007Outrageous acts and everday rebellions
By Gloria Steinem. 1983
Steinem records her own education as a feminist and charts the growth of the burgeoning women's movement. She traces her…
journalism career, from posing as a Playboy Bunny to serving as the editor of 'Ms.' Bestseller 1983On the rez
By Ian Frazier. 2000
Combines personal observation with history, travelog, and social commentary to portray the Pine Ridge Reservation of the Oglala Sioux in…
South Dakota. Describes the residents, their heroes, daily routines, and other activities. Contains an account of SuAnne Big Crow, an athlete who died at seventeen. Bestseller. 2000The traveler's gift: seven decisions that determine personal success
By Andy Andrews. 2002
Life looks bleak to forty-six-year-old David Ponder, who has lost his job and sense of purpose. Seven time-travel experiences impart…
motivational lessons that encourage David to change his attitude and gain a second chance at a worthwhile life. Bestseller. 2002On fire: the 7 choices to ignite a radically inspired life
By John O'Leary. 2016
The author survived a terrible fire when he was nine, and the experience and recovery inspired him and changed him…
for the better. He looks at the turning points in his life and shares how he overcame challenges. Bestseller. 2016Tribe of mentors: short life advice from the best in the world
By Timothy Ferriss. 2017
Author of Tools of Titans (DB 87359) presents short profiles of experts in their fields answering questions on absurd things…
they love, one-hundred-dollar purchases that have positively affected their lives, favorite failures, worthwhile investments, and more. Includes profiles of Terry Crews, Neil Gaiman, Aisha Tyler, and more. Bestseller. 2017