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1. Abdu'l-Baha; Barney, Laura Clifford (compiler & translation) (1961). Some answered questions collected and translated from the Persian of Abdu'l-Baha. London: Baha'i Publishing Trust. 292 pp. Hardback dustjacket (reverse side lightly foxed), blue cloth cover spotty fading especially rear cover, good-very good condition (in very good dustjacket), edges lightly foxed. (Estimated date: 1961 - Oxford University catalogue.) Abdu'l-Baha (1844 - 1921) is the spiritual master of the Baha'i faith. This translation was first done in 1907. Our Book No: 12804. $20.

2. Achterberg, Jeanne (1985). Imagery in healing: Shamanism and modern medicine (1st ed). Boston: New Science Library (NSL) / Shambhala. 253 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, minor edgewear, top edge lightly foxed, small crease back cover, tiny stain bottom corner front & back covers (including a few adjacent pages). ISBN: 0394730313. Our Book No: 6277. $15.

3. Anderson, Tim (1985). Free Alister, Dunn and Anderson: The true story of the Hilton Hotel bombing (1st ed). Sydney: Glebe: Wild & Woolley. 255 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, pages lightly browned. In 1979, three young members of the Ananda Marga - Paul Alister, Ross Dunn and Tim Anderson - were convicted of conspiracy to murder the then leader of the National Front in Australia, and suspected of bombing the Sydney Hilton Hotel. In his book Tim Anderson tells the engrossing account of what happened. ISBN: 0909331820. Our Book No: 20718. $10.

4. Anthony, Maggy (1990). The Valkyries: The women around Jung. Shaftesbury, Dorset: Element Books. 127 pp. Paperback trade, as new condition. The stories of the group of women who were not only influenced by Jung, but also had a crucial influence on him (including his mother, wife, Esther Harding, Jolande Jacobi, Marie-Louise von Franz, Dion Fortune). ISBN: 1852301872. Our Book No: 11997. $18.50.

5. Bach, Richard (1994). Running from safety: An adventure of the spirit. New York: William Morrow. 274 pp. Hardback dustjacket (rear flap slightly creased), as new condition (in very good dustjacket), dual binding (has superior binding along spine). ISBN: 0688127169. Our Book No: 7021. $20.

6. Bach, Richard; Munson, Russell (photos) (1973). Jonathan Livingston Seagull: A story. London: Pan. 93 pp. Paperback small, very good condition, black & white text-photos, few small dents in cover. A unique and delightful adventure about freedom and flight. ISBN: 0330236474. Our Book No: 20598. $10.

7. Back, Kurt W. (1973). Beyond words: The story of sensitivity training and the encounter movement. Baltimore: Pelican Books / Penguin Books. 266 pp. Paperback, very good condition. ISBN: 014021724X. Our Book No: 6303. $10.

8. Bair, Deirdre (2003). Jung: a biography (1st p/b ed). New York: Back Bay Books / Little, Brown. 881 pp. Paperback thick octavo, very good condition, base spine bumped, sticker. Heavy (1.0 Kg). Massive definitive and very readable biography of the famous Swiss psychiatrist, based on unprecedented access to the Jung family archives. Includes considerable discussion about controversies such as accusations he was anti-Semitic and a Nazi collaborator, a misogynist, and that he falsified data central to his theory of the collective unconscious. ISBN: 0316159387. Our Book No: 12881. $20.

9. Banerji, Barenya K (1981). Towards quiescence and immortality (1st ed). New York: Philosophical Library. 137 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor edgewear, chipping & rubbing), good plus only condition (in good plus only dustjacket), top edge coloured, minor pencil underlining, scuff mark & tiny tear between two internal pages. This book analyzes the way biological factors influence human society, offering a completely new evolutionary approach to development in human society based on such biological laws. ISBN: 0802223664. Our Book No: 22703. $18.

10. Barrow, John D.; Tipler, Frank J. (1989). The anthropic cosmological principle (Corrected, reprint ed). Oxford: OUP: Oxford University Press. 706 pp. Paperback thick octavo, very good condition, figures, minor edgewear, top corner front cover lightly creased. Heavy. The author has written a unique and wide-ranging book that looks at the question of design and our place in the Universe. Includes chapters on the definition and nature of life. ISBN: 0192821474. Our Book No: 19381. $28.

11. Besserman, Perle; Besserman, Zoe Trigere (illustrations) (1997). The Shambhala guide to Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism (1st ed). Boston: Shambhala. 160 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, few black & white text-figures. An essential introduction to the philosophy and practice of the mystical traditions of Judaism. ISBN: 1570622159. Our Book No: 21644. $19.50.

12. Bignall, C. E. (1972). The intuitive faculty. New Romney, Kent: Churches Fellowship for Psychical and Spiritual Studies (CFPSS). 44 pp. Paperback trade, stapled pamphlet, as new condition. Our Book No: 7052. $10.

13. Blackmore, Susan (1993). Dying to live: near-death experiences. Buffalo, NY: Prometheus Books. 291 pp. Hardback dustjacket, as new condition (in as new dustjacket), rubber stamps. A detailed scientific review of near-death experiences (NDEs) by British psychologist and parapsychologist. She favours naturalistic explanations. ISBN: 0879758708. Our Book No: 12116. $25.

14. Blows, Mark W.; Blows, Johanna M. (1989). Clenched hand open hand: A modern version of an ancient yogic relaxation technique. Sydney: Linking Publications. 283 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, very slight edgewear. Two Sydney psychotherapists (clinical psychologist and social anthropologist, respectively) describe a modern version of an ancient yogic relaxation technique, as developed in Australia by Ron Farmer. This is a very practical method of teaching relaxation using the dominant hand as a key. ISBN: 0731656008. Our Book No: 6074. $25.

15. Blows, Mark W.; Blows, Johanna M. (1989). Clenched hand open hand: A modern version of an ancient yogic relaxation technique. Sydney: Linking Publications. 283 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, top edge slightly foxed. Two Sydney psychotherapists (clinical psychologist and social anthropologist, respectively) describe a modern version of an ancient yogic relaxation technique, as developed in Australia by Ron Farmer. This is a very practical method of teaching relaxation using the dominant hand as a key. ISBN: 0731656008. Our Book No: 6074A. $20.

16. Bucke, Richard Maurice; Lozynsky, Artem (editor) (1977). Richard Maurice Bucke, medical mystic: letters of Dr Bucke to Walt Whitman and his friends (1st ed). Detroit: Wayne State University Press. 203 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in good only dustjacket), light rubbing. Jacket: minor foxing reverse side, tiny tear top edge, minor edgewear. This volume contains the most significant correspondence of Bucke (Canadian doctor and mystic) to Walt Whitman (American mystic poet) - a selection of relevant letters to various disciples, and an account of this most remarkable friendship. ISBN: 0814315763. Our Book No: 21330. $20.

17. Capra, Fritjof (1989). Uncommon wisdom: conversations with remarkable people. London: Flamingo / Fontana Paperbacks. 352 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition. ISBN: 0006543413. Our Book No: 3496. $12.

18. Casey, Edward S.; Morano, Donald V. (1986). The life of the transcendental ego: Essays in honor of William Earle (1st ed). Albany, NY: SUNY Press: State University of New York Press. 217 pp. Hardback, very good plus condition, slight bump to bottom corner front cover. Essays by a number of distinguished writers in the continental tradition of philosophy. ISBN: 0887061710. Our Book No: 20285. $20.

19. Choudhary, Kamakhya Prasad Singh (1981). Modern Indian mysticism (1st ed). Delhi: Motilal Banarsidass. 302 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good plus dustjacket), top edge slightly foxed, corner bumped, sticker mark on flyleaf, protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. Our Book No: 8308. $25.

20. Cleary, Thomas (translation) (1995). Buddhist yoga: A comprehensive course (1st ed). Boston: Shambhala. 109 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition. This book presents a landmark translation of a classical source book of Buddhist yoga. ISBN: 1570620180. Our Book No: 20238. $15.

21. Coffey, Lisa Marie (2001). Getting there with grace: Simple exercises for experiencing joy (1st ed). Boston: Journey Editions. 114 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, tiny tear top of spine. A combination of personal insights, anecdotes and inspiring thoughts. ISBN: 1582900310. Our Book No: 20456. $13.50.

22. Cohen, J. M.; Phipps, J.-F. (1979). The common experience. London: Rider & Company. 263 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good minus condition (in very good dustjacket), edges slightly foxed. A study of mystical experiences, said to be common to all religion. ISBN: 0091368103. Our Book No: 2289. $16.

23. Collison, Kerry B. (2000). In search of recognition: the Leo Stach Story (1st ed). Melbourne: Hartwell: Sid Harta Publishers. 308 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, black & white photos, map, minor edgewear. A biographical account of extraordinary events in the career of Leo W. Stach, an expatriate geologist, during war and peace in the Western Pacific region, based on official documents as well as personal written records, together with his recollections, as narrated to the author, during a series of recorded interviews in 1996 - 1997. ISBN: 0957782454. Our Book No: 22145. $18.

24. Confoy, Maryanne (1997). Morris West: A writer and a spirituality. Sydney: HC: HarperCollins. 173 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition. A Christian spiritual biography of the Australian novelist. Morris West's writings echo and explore common experience. He holds a deep belief that we all have a right to search for meaning in life. ISBN: 1863717129. Our Book No: 20080. $17.50.

25. Conlan, Meath (2006). Bede Griffiths: friend & gift of the spirit (1st ed). Springfield, IL: Templegate Publishers. 127 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, colour text-photos. The author reflects on his 17-year friendship with the late Bede Griffiths and shares his spiritual journey. The 28 full colour photos from the author's private collection include public celebrations, interfaith meetings with world religious leaders, as well as private moments of contemplation and worship. ISBN: 087243270X. Our Book No: 21774. $23.50.

26. Crompton, Paul (2000). Tai chi: An introductory guide to the Chinese art of movement [t'ai chi] [New perspectives series]. Shaftesbury, Dorset: Element Books. 127 pp. Paperback, as new condition. ISBN: 186204760X. Our Book No: 1708A. $12.50.

27. Csikszentmihalyi, Mihaly (1993). The evolving self: a psychology for the third millennium (First ed). New York: HC: HarperCollins. 358 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in as new dustjacket), dual binding (has superior binding along spine), remainder stripe. In a previous book "Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience", the psychologist introduced a radical new theory of happiness. The Evolving Self pushes the powerful argument developed into the realms of society, history and the future. This is a great. ISBN: 0060166770. Our Book No: 20289. $25.

28. Davis, Charles (1966). God's grace in history: The Maurice Lectures 1966. London: Fontana. 96 pp. Paperback, very good condition, slight edgewear. A discussion on the Christian's attitude to the modern secular world. Our Book No: 6119. $10.

29. De Vries, Simon J. (1995). From old revelation to new: A tradition-historical and redaction-critical study of temporal transitions in prophetic prediction. Grand Rapids, MI: William B. Eerdmans. 383 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, flyleaf lightly browned at edges. An excellent and thorough study of the character and meaning of the prophecies (predictions) of the Old Testament prophets in terms of their future time terminology. This throws new light on Biblical exegesis (critical interpretation) and the techniques of redactors (who rewrite, revise and edit the Bible into a more literary form). By emeritus professor of Old Testament at Methodist Theological School, Delaware, Ohio. ISBN: 080280683X. Our Book No: 7548. $19.50.

30. Drury, Nevill (1984). Vision quest: A personal journey through magic and shamanism (1st ed). Dorset, UK: Prism. 114 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, black & white sketches, minor edgewear, light foxing around edges, faint foxing on reverse side of covers. In this book, the Australian writer describes his own personal journey of magic and shamanism. ISBN: 090706163X. Our Book No: 21362. $20.

31. Du Boulay, Shirley (1991). Teresa of Avila (1st ed). London: Hodder & Stoughton. 258 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket), faint foxing on book edges. A compelling biography of one of the remarkable Spanish Christian mystic. ISBN: 0340518642. Our Book No: 21225. $24.

32. Ellis, Albert; Yeagher, Raymond J. (1989). Why some therapies don't work: The dangers of transpersonal psychology (1st ed). Buffalo, NY: Prometheus Books. 189 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket), very faint foxing top edge of book & reverse side of dustjacket, front flap creased, minor edgewear on dustjacket, light foxing on end pastedowns & front & back free flyleaves. A skeptical evaluation of transpersonal psychotherapy. The author (a psychologist) instead favours his rational-emotive therapy (RET), a form of cognitive therapy for restructuring negative thoughts. ISBN: 0879754710. Our Book No: 5895. $25.

33. Ernst, Carl W.; Lawrence, Bruce B. (2002). Sufi martyrs of love: the Chishti Order in South Asia and beyond (1st ed). New York: Palgrave Macmillan. 241 pp. Paperback wide octavo, as new condition, black & white & text-photos. Sufism is the mystical branch of Islam. Provides access to the voices of Sufi authorities through the translation of texts being offered in English for the first time. It also offers a critical perspective on Western attitudes toward Islam and Sufism, confronts the prejudices of academics and the media, and clarifies the contemporary importance of Sufism from Asia to America. ISBN: 1403960275. Our Book No: 22671. $40.

34. Farrer, Frances (2002). Sir George Trevelyan and the new spiritual awakening (1st ed). Edinburgh: Floris Books. 203 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, black & white photos. The first biography of Sir George Trevelyan, a father of the 20th-century movement for spiritual regeneration in Britain. ISBN: 0863153771. Our Book No: 21769. $25.

35. Feuerstein, Georg (1991). Holy madness: the shock tactics and radical techniques of crazy-wise adepts, holy fools, and rascal gurus (First ed). New York: Paragon House. 296 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), superior dual binding (has textured binding along spine). This book explores crazy wisdom, the radical shock tactics used by spiritual masters worldwide during the initiation process. This eccentric behaviour serves to communicate a new reality. Particularly discussed are the charismatic leaders of new religions, such as Gurdjieff, Chogyam Trungpa, Bhagwan Rajneesh, Aleister Crowley and Da Free John (Da Love-Ananda). He places holy madness in the wider context of the teacher-disciple relationship, and the potential dangers of pop spirituality and guru worship. The author offers guidelines for choosing a wise, enlightened guru, and tips for avoiding exploitation. ISBN: 1557782504. Our Book No: 12802. $30.

36. Flynn, Charles P. (1985 c1986). After the beyond: human transformation and the near-death experience. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Spectrum / Prentice-Hall. 190 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, rubber stamps. The social scientist explores, based on 100s of interviews, the emotional transformation that results from undergoing a near-death experience (NDE). People participating in the Love Project (Leo Buscaglia) experiments also report feelings remarkably similar to those NDErs. ISBN: 0130183423. Our Book No: 11576. $13.50.

37. Foundation for Inner Peace (1984). A course in miracles: Volume 3: Manual for teachers (Reprint ed). Tiburon, CA: Foundation for Inner Peace. 88 pp. Hardback, very good plus condition. Inspirational text of healing and transformation, dictated by an inner voice to psychologist. Our Book No: 15309. $12.50.

38. Fox, Matthew (1976). On becoming a musical mystical bear: Spirituality American style. New York: Paulist Press / Dens Books. 156 pp. Paperback small, very good condition. A classic account of contemporary American spirituality. He re-establishes prayer as a radical response to life that lies at the centre of spirituality, as does mysticism and prophecy. ISBN: 0809119137. Our Book No: 5447. $10.

39. Fremantle, Anne (editor); Fremantle, Christopher (editor) (1978). In love with love: 100 of the greatest mystical poems [Spiritual masters series]. New York: Paulist Press. 170 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition. ISBN: 0809121360. Our Book No: 12177. $16.

40. Fripp, Peter (1964). The mystic philosophy of Sant Mat as taught by the present Spiritual Master at the Radha Soami Colony, Beas, India (1st ed). London: Neville Spearman. 174 pp. Hardback dustjacket (slight edgewear & marking), very good condition (in good plus only dustjacket), black & white photos, frontispiece, faint foxing edges, title lettering slightly faded. Sant Mat, the Teaching of the Saints, is called a scientific mystic philosophy. It is the oldest teaching in the world and yet still the newest. The author and his wife spent eight months at Beas studying Sant Mat under a living Master, every moment of which was alchemic in that it altered and corrected the values and perspective of life in a way unbelievable except by actual experience. This book results from that visit. Our Book No: 22524. $20.

41. Gabay, Al (1992). The mystic life of Alfred Deakin. Melbourne: CUP: Cambridge University Press. 208 pp. Paperback wide octavo, very good plus condition. Alfred Deakin is recognised as the architect of Australian federation, and as prime minister, responsible for progressive social legislation. Little known is his obsession with spiritualism, signs and prophecies, and with a divine mandate underlying his political life. ISBN: 0521446813. Our Book No: 2841. $25.

42. Gackenbach, Jayne; Bosveld, Jane (1989). Control your dreams: How lucid dreaming can help uncover your hidden desires, confront your hidden fears, and explore the frontiers of human consciousness (1st ed). New York: Harper & Row. 235 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor edgewear), very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), dual binding (has superior binding along spine), rubber stamps. This book is about a special type of dream, a dream in which you realize you are dreaming. It is an exploration of how lucid dreams challenge our notions of what is real and what is illusion, and about what it means, after all, to be conscious. ISBN: 0060159332. Our Book No: 20668. $15.

43. Gandhi, Rajmohan (1985). Eight lives: A study of the Hindu - Muslim encounter. Albany, NY: SUNY Press: State University of New York Press. 359 pp. Hardback, pictorial cover, very good condition, slight edgewear. A biography of eight Muslims who have influenced the development of India in the 20th century. The author (a journalist who is the grandson of Mahatma Gandhi) wishes to show that Hindus and Muslims can interact and live together successfully. ISBN: 0887061966. Our Book No: 12092. $20.

44. Gilbert, R. A. (1996). The elements of mysticism (Reprint ed). Shaftesbury, Dorset: Element Books. 132 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition, edges lightly foxed. A lucid introduction to mysticism by antiquarian bookseller and medieval philosopher who has practical experience of the Qabalah. ISBN: 1852302011. Our Book No: 2461. $10.

45. Goleman, Daniel (editor); Davidson, Richard J. (editor) (1979). Consciousness: Brain, states of awareness, and mysticism. New York: Harper & Row. 221 pp. Paperback quarto, very good condition, spinewear, rubber stamps. ISBN: 0063830450. Our Book No: 14452. $17.50.

46. Govindananda, Swami (2003). Divine meditation: the sages' manual for contemporary life (1st ed). Sydney: BMC Books. 244 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, minor edgewear, bookplate (publishers details), autograph (written name & dedication by author). The author is a New Zealand born Westerner who lived in India for many years absorbing and experiencing meditation and philosophy from one of India's most respected spiritual masters. ISBN: 097505130X. Our Book No: 22684. $25.

47. Graef, Hilda (1968). God and myself: the spirituality of John Henry Newman (1st US ed). New York: Hawthorn Books. 206 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in good-very good dustjacket), edgewear, edges lightly foxed, sticker (covers old price marks), protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. The first book in English devoted entirely to the spirituality of the English cardinal, here gathered from scattered sources. Analyzes the major trends of his spiritual thought, the influences that shaped it, and its motivating force throughout his dramatic life. His virile spirituality, based on the scriptures and the Church Fathers, is disciplined and mystical - and remarkably in tune with the 20th century. Our Book No: 1427. $18.

48. Griffith-Dickson, Gwen (2000). Human and Divine: an introduction to the philosophy of religious experience (1st ed). London: Duckworth. 309 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, tiny crease bottom corner front cover, internally excellent. Spiritual encounters and the problems raised by evil and suffering are the experiences that affect our religious beliefs most powerfully. In this new introduction to the philosophical study of religion, the author fills an an important gap by considering these questions squarely in the context of the world's many religions and philosophical traditions, giving particular attention to Continental European and Eastern philosophy as well as to Anglo-American thinking. This book will be of interest to students and lecturers, as well as to those who wish to reflect more deeply on their own religious or anti-religious beliefs. ISBN: 0715630539. Our Book No: 21983. $35.

49. Griffiths, Bede (1992). A new vision of reality: Western science, eastern mysticism and Christian faith (Reprint ed). London: Fount Paperbacks / HC: HarperCollinsReligious. 304 pp. paperback, as new condition. A fresh look at the transcendence that unifies world religions and everything in the universe (physical and psychological), expressed in Christianity as God. This new reality is undermining the materialism of Western culture. ISBN: 0006276369. Our Book No: 11899A. $13.50.

50. Grof, Stanislav; Bennett, Hal Zina (with) (1993). The holotropic mind: the three levels of human consciousness and how they shape our lives (Reprint ed). San Francisco: HC: HarperSanFrancisco. 240 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, page edges lightly browned, top edge slightly foxed. Exceptional guide to transpersonal studies and non-ordinary states of consciousness by the founder of the International Transpersonal Association. ISBN: 0062506595. Our Book No: 3585. $15.

51. Gross, Rita M. (2000). Soaring and settling: Buddhist perspectives on contemporary social and religious issues. New York: Continuum. 238 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition. The author combines her autobiographical reflections as a Buddhist practitioner and scholar, with her theological contemplations on social activism and feminism. ISBN: 0826411134. Our Book No: 20256. $20.

52. Hammond, Catherine (editor) (1991). Creation spirituality & the dreamtime (1st ed). Sydney: Newtown: Millennium Books. 94 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, front & rear cover corner tips creased, tiny mark top edge. This book is based on talks given at the 1990 Australian Creation Spirituality Workshop. In the first chapter, the controversial Dominican priest, Matthew Fox, pioneer thinker, author, founder of the fast-spreading creation spirituality movement, links this innovative religious approach to life with Australian Aboriginal spirituality and points to its importance for the world. ISBN: 0855743646. Our Book No: 22751. $20.

53. Harding, D. E. (1988). The little book of life and death (1st ed). London: Arkana. 150 pp. Paperback trade, good plus only condition, text-drawings, minor edgewear, pages lightly browned, old price sticker mark rear cover, impressions from bar code & price on rear cover last two pages. The author of "On Having No Head" investigates the most poignant problem our life poses - what lies at the end of it. ISBN: 0140191747. Our Book No: 22673. $12.

54. Harrison, Kathryn (2003). Saint Therese of Lisieux (1st ed). London: Weidenfeld & Nicolson. 210 pp. Hardback dustjacket, as new condition (in as new dustjacket). Therese Martin, largely unknown when she died in a Carmelite convent in 1897, aged 24, became one of the world's most influential religious figures. The author reveals the moving truth behind the young girl who would become a religious icon. ISBN: 0297847287. Our Book No: 21633. $26.50.

55. Hatcher, Brian A. (1999). Eclecticism and modern Hindu discourse (1st ed). New York: OUP: Oxford University Press. 200 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. Brian Hatcher looks at the modern penchant for constructing religious worlds in an eclectic fashion (using India and Hinduism as the example). ISBN: 019512538X. Our Book No: 20320. $25.

56. Hay, David (editor) (1987 - 1994). Numinis: Newsletter of the Alister Hardy Research Centre for Religious Experience. Oxford: Alister Hardy Research Centre for Religious Experience. Each issue: 8 to 12 pp. Each issue: Paperback quarto (stapled), stapled pamphlet, very good condition. Issues: 1 - 10, 12 - 13, 15 - 16 (1987 - 1994). Last 2 issues titled: de Numine. The first few issues are from Manchester College, whereas the later one are from Westminster College. Our Book No: 12714. $65.

57. Hayward, Jeremy W. (1987). Shifting worlds changing minds: Where the sciences and Buddhism meet. Boston: New Science Library / Shambhala. 310 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition. By nuclear physicist who is also vice-president of the Naropa Institute. ISBN: 0877733686. Our Book No: 4501A. $20.

58. Hearn, Lafcadio; Rexroth, Kenneth (editor) (1981). The Buddhist writings of Lafcadio Hearn. London: Wildwood Books. 303 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, spine slightly creased & faded. A selection from the writings of the Greek-American who lived in Japan for many years, marrying a Japanese wife, and assuming Japanese citizenship. ISBN: 0704504219. Our Book No: 10391. $20.

59. Hirai, Tomio (1978). Zen and the mind: Scientific approach to Zen practice. Tokyo: Japan Publications. 144 pp. Hardback dustjacket (flap clipped), very good plus condition (in as new dustjacket), black & white text-photos. A leading Japanese psychiatrist and psychophysiologist examines the physical and mental states that occur during Zen meditation. Zen meditation not only helps to attain enlightenment; it also regulates the whole body and mind. ISBN: 0870403915. Our Book No: 12359. $20.

60. Hongzhi, Li (1998). China Falun Gong (Revised edition) (English edition) (Reprint ed). Hong Kong: Falun Fo Fa Publishing. 194 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, colour text-photos. A textbook published by a popular Chinese cult based on Buddhism. ISBN: 9628143131. Our Book No: 11644. $15.

61. Hough, Arthur S. (1991). Dynamic silence: an introduction to concentrative meditation (1st ed). Minneapolis, MN: CompCare Publishers. 85 pp. Paperback trade, as new condition. Describes this type of meditation as an excellent method for relieving stress. ISBN: 0896382354. Our Book No: 8540. $10.

62. Iida, Shotaro (1993). Facets of Buddhism. London: Kegan Paul. 166 pp. Hardback dustjacket, as new condition (in as new dustjacket). ISBN: 0710304463. Our Book No: 3283. $16.50.

63. Ikeda, Daisaku; Inoue, Yasushi (1980). Letters of Four Seasons (1st ed). Tokyo: Kodansha International. 123 pp. Hardback dustjacket, red cloth boards (some loss of colour base of spine), very good condition (in very good dustjacket), drawings, minor edgewear. In this exchange of letters, covering one year, Ikeda (Japanese novelist) and Inoue (Buddhist poet) write of their travels and work, of close friends, of writers, artists and public figures they have known, of seasons and places, impressions and reflections. Their themes are universal: life and death, health and sickness, aging and the vitality of youth, teaching and learning, the past present and future. ISBN: 0870114131. Our Book No: 22553. $20.

64. Institute of Noetic Sciences (1997). Institute of Noetic Sciences: Connections. Sausalito, CA: Institute of Noetic Sciences. Each issue: 48 pp. Two issues: Nos 1 (September 1997) and 2 (November 1997). Each issue: Paperback quarto, very good plus condition. The first two issues of a new magazine from the Institute of Noetic Sciences, which studies the mind and its diverse ways of knowing. Our Book No: 12360. $20.

65. Itsuki, Hiroyuki; Robert, Joseph (translation) (2001). Tariki: embracing despair, discovering peace (1st ed). Tokyo: Kodansha International. 229 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), top corners dustjacket flaps neatly trimmed. Drawing upon his personal history, the novelist and Buddhist scholar Hiroyuki Itsuki introduces us to tariki - the other power that is the core belief of Pure Land Buddhism. ISBN: 4062099810. Our Book No: 21717. $20.

66. Jagannathan, Shakunthala; Krishna, Nanitha (2002). Ganesha: the auspicious - the beginning (Reprint ed) [Introduction series]. Mumbai, India: Bimal Mehta / Vakils, Feffer & Simons. 106 pp. Paperback quarto, very good condition, black & white & colour photos & sketches, minor edgewear, few small dents rear cover & last few pages (not affecting text or photos). Reveals the relevance and importance of the Hindu deity Ganesha from ancient times to the present day. Cover historical and archaeological evidence, legends and parables, and Ganesh imagery in India and abroad to make a multidimensional study of this deity through the ages. Illustrated with numerous photos (several of rare antiques) and line-drawings, this comprehensive book covers all aspects of this greatly adored deity. ISBN: 8187111224. Our Book No: 21727. $20.

67. Jayatilleke, Prof. K. N. (1969). Aspects of Buddhist social philosophy [Wheel publication, no 128/129]. Kandy, Ceylon: Buddhist Publication Society. 500 pp. Paperback small, very good condition, rubber stamps (including on front cover). Our Book No: 11960. $12.50.

68. Jones, Rufus M. (Rufus Matthew) (1904). Social law in the spiritual world: Studies in human and divine inter-relationship (1st ed). Philadelphia: John C. Winston. 272 pp. Hardback, black cloth cover (embossed gilt lettering), very good condition, top edge gilt, other page edges roughly cut, flyleaf and inside covers partly browned, minor pencil underlining, autograph (author's written dedication to previous owner), owner's written name. Author's written dedication is dated 1913. The author is Quaker professor of philosophy at Haverford College. He attempts to reconcile Christian spirituality and mysticism with the nature of consciousness and living in the natural world. Our Book No: 10234. $70.

69. Kent, Howard (1993). The complete yoga course: a personal yoga programme that will transform your daily life (1st ed). Sydney: Allen & Unwin. 160 pp. Paperback small quarto, very good plus condition, colour text-photos, minor edgewear. A month-by-month course that builds confidence and enables even complete beginners to appreciate the benefits of yoga. Specially commissioned step-by-step photographs and clear instructions guide you through the course, as you gradually learn new postures and develop your own daily program. ISBN: 1863735429. Our Book No: 21870. $20.

70. King, Ursula (1980). Towards a new mysticism: Teilhard de Chardin and eastern religions. London: Collins. 318 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket). A thorough scholarly examination of the eclectic work of Teilhard, the French paleontologist and philosopher / theologian who tried to reconcile evolution and religion. This book, published 25 years after his death, has a focus on his reactions to Eastern thought. ISBN: 0002158264. Our Book No: 1760. $15.

71. Kohn, Rachael (2003). The new believers: re-imagining God. Sydney: HC: HarperCollins. 248 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition. By an Australian academic who now hosts a popular ABC Radio program - The Spirit of Things. She describes contemporary trends that are reshaping spirituality to include the self-help movement, Westernization of Buddhism, and the moral dimension of environmentalism. ISBN: 0732275318. Our Book No: 12942. $18.

72. Kohn, Sherab Chodzin (2000). The awakened one: A life of the Buddha [Shambhala dragon series]. Boston: Shambhala. 153 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition. ISBN: 1570625514. Our Book No: 4456. $20.

73. Kraft, Kenneth (1999). The wheel of engaged Buddhism: a new map of the Path (1st ed). New York: Weatherhill. 101 pp. Paperback wide trade, as new condition, black & white illustrations. The Buddhist tradition has taken a new turn at the end of the 20th century as Buddhists around the world seek to apply the ideals of wisdom and compassion to urgent social, political, and environmental issues. In essays on each path, the author shows how ancient Buddhist insights can be actualized in contemporary life. ISBN: 0834804638. Our Book No: 22341. $20.

74. Kraft, Kenneth (editor) (2000). Philip Kapleau and "The Three Pillars of Zen": Zen teaching, Zen practice (1st ed). New York: Weatherhill. 141 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition. Philip Kapleau was one of the very first Westerners to undergo traditional Zen training in Japan. His book The Three Pillars of Zen, published in 1965, influenced a generation of Zen practitioners, and has been translated into ten languages. This collection of eleven essays examines Kapleau's pivotal role in Zen's transmission to the West. The accounts offer an intimate look at the human side of Zen practice, revealing the qualities that made Kapleau so influential as a Zen teacher. ISBN: 0834804409. Our Book No: 22140. $18.

75. Krishnamurti, J. (1945). Authentic report of ten talks given by Krishnamurti, Ojai 1944. Ojai, CA & Wembly, Middlesex: Krishnamurti Writings. 74 pp. Paperback trade, stapled pamphlet, very good plus condition. Our Book No: 12815. $20.

76. Krishnamurti, J. (1949). Krishnamurti's talks Benares - India 1949. Madras: Krishnamurti Writings. 52 pp. Paperback trade, pamphlet, good plus condition only, errata slip, edges, flyleaf & covers slightly foxed, few pages stained along the edges, tiny piece missing top and bottom of spine. Verbatim report in which he discusses the art of listening. Our Book No: 20495. $15.

77. Krishnamurti, J. (1950). Krishnamurti's talks in India: Series II - Bangalore 1948 (1st ed). Madras: Krishnamurti Writings. 75 pp. Paperback trade, stapled pamphlet (staples rusted), very good minus condition, cover edges & spine faded, edges & flyleaves slightly foxed. Verbatim report in which he answers questions from the audience. Our Book No: 20496. $15.

78. Krishnamurti, J. (1950). Krishnamurti's talks - Series III - Paris (1st ed). Madras: Krishnamurti Writings. 34 pp. Paperback trade, stapled pamphlet (staples rusted), very good minus condition, edges slightly foxed, front cover fore-edge faintly stained. Verbatim report in which he discusses the art of problem solving. Our Book No: 20497. $15.

79. Krishnamurti, J. (1977). Truth & actuality (1st ed). London: Victor Gollancz. 171 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket), minor edgewear, faint foxing edges, jacket flap price-clipped, minor pencil underlining. This latest spiritual tract consists of both talks and dialogues. ISBN: 0575023252. Our Book No: 22555. $20.

80. Krishnamurti, J. (1979). Krishnamurti: exploration into insight (1st ed). London: Victor Gollancz. 190 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket), faint foxing edges, minor edgewear, price-clipped dustjacket. Krishnamurti discusses insight and knowledge with a group of people in India. These discussions took place in India and the book was prepared for publication by the Krishnamurti Foundation of India. ISBN: 0575027215. Our Book No: 22554. $15.

81. Krishnamurti, J. (1982). Krishnamurti's Journal (1st ed). London: Victor Gollancz. 100 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor edgewear), very good condition (in very good dustjacket), faint foxing edges, minor pencil annotation. This is his second short book from his own pen, he discusses his more recent philosophical reactions. The journal entries were made over a period of six weeks in 1973 and a month in 1975. This book tells us more about himself than any of his other books as well as bearing a certain resemblance to his mystical Notebook. ISBN: 0575030402. Our Book No: 22540. $20.

82. Krishnamurti, J. (1987). Krishnamurti to himself: his last journal (1st ed). London: Victor Gollancz. 134 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket), faint foxing edges. Jacket: minor edgewear, light foxing reverse side. This book is unique, being the only one that records his words spoken into a tape-recorder while alone. Krishnamurti had become tired and shaky in his hands when writing (he was 87), so it was suggested he record his words. The gist of his teachings is here, and this is the last time he discourses to himself. Two years later he died in his beloved Pine Cottage in the Ojai Valley, California. ISBN: 0575040602. Our Book No: 22544. $20.

83. Laz, Medard (1983). After your loved one dies: spiritual guidance for the widowed. Liguori, MI: Liguori Publications. 62 pp. Paperback small, stapled pamphlet, very good condition, rubber stamp. Christian spiritual self-help pamphlet for widowers. ISBN: 0892431784. Our Book No: 3042. $10.

84. Levi, Peter (translation & introduction) (1992). The Revelation of John. London: Kyle Cathie. 60 pp. Paperback, as new condition. ISBN: 1856260526. Our Book No: 12330. $10.

85. Lewis, Cecil (1993). All my yesterdays: an autobiography (Reprint ed). Shaftesbury, Dorset: Element / HC: HarperCollins. 210 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor edgewear), very good plus condition (in very good dustjacket), black & white photos. The author talks about his many experiences in his early years and then his full involvement in the ideas of Georgi Ivanovitch Gurdjieff and the book is an account of how this inner growth affected the rest of his life. ISBN: 1852304057. Our Book No: 21932. $25.

86. Lhundrub, Ngorchen Konchog (1987). The beautiful ornament of The Three Visions. Singapore: Golden Vase Publications. 234 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, colour photo frontispiece. A Text of Tibetan Buddhism. Subtitle: An exposition of the preliminary practices of the path which extensively explains the instructions of the Path Including Its Result in accordance with the root treatise of the Vajra verses of Virupa. ISBN: 9971846640. Our Book No: 5468. $16.50.

87. Lhundrup, Thubten Venerable (2004). Practical meditation with Buddhist principles (1st ed). Melbourne: Dingley: Hinkler Book Distributors. 64 pp. Paperback quarto, very good plus condition, colour glossy sketches (many full-page), very slight edgewear. Venerable Thubten Lhundrup, a Buddhist monk for the past eight years, who regularly teaches at the Atisha Centre, a meditation centre in the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition, shows how to meditate with step-by-step instructions and informative background information on the subject. ISBN: 1741215137. Our Book No: 21523. $20.

88. Lings, Martin (1987). The eleventh hour: the spiritual crisis of the modern world in the light of tradition and prophecy (1st ed). Cambridge: Quinta Essentia. 124 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor edgewear), very good condition (in very good dustjacket). The author analyzes first of all the negative aspects of the modern world, then its positive aspects, showing it to be, all things considered, far worse and yet far better than is generally supposed. ISBN: 0946621071. Our Book No: 22761. $25.

89. Litvak, Stuart; Burba, Nora (1984). In the world but not of it: A guide to more spirituality in your life. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Spectrum / Prentice-Hall. 122 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, rear cover corner tip creased. ISBN: 013453994X. Our Book No: 11385. $10.

90. LLoyd-Jones, D. Martin (1994). Spiritual depression: its causes and its cure (Reprint ed). Grand Rapids, MI: Wm. B Eerdmans Publishing. 300 pp. Paperback trade, as new condition. This enduring collection of 21 sermons compassionately analyzes an undeniable feature of modern society from which Christians have not escaped - spiritual depression. The sermons were originally delivered at Westminster Chapel, London. ISBN: 0802813879. Our Book No: 12776. $12.

91. Lorimer, David (1990). Whole in one: The near-death experience and the ethic of interconnectedness. London: Arkana / Penguin Books. 340 pp. Paperback, very good condition, spine slightly creased, copy 2. By director of the Scientific and Medical Network. The author draws on world-wide traditions of the afterlife and near-death experiences (NDEs) to posit an intrinsic moral order at work within the universe. ISBN: 0140192581. Our Book No: 12093A. $12.

92. Lowenthal, Martin; Short, Lar; Goodwin, Eli (illustrations) (1993). Opening the heart of compassion: transform suffering through Buddhist psychology and practice. Rutland, VT: Charles E. Tuttle. 194 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, minor highlighting on one prelim page. By two American authors who collaborate in teaching retreats on the Heart of Compassion, that includes meditation practice associated with the Bodhisattva of Compassion. Their teachings merge the east and west, and the traditional with the modern. ISBN: 0804819858. Our Book No: 12591. $15.

93. Lutyens, Mary (1984). Krishnamurti: The years of awakening. London: Rider & Company. 326 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, black & white photos, minor annotation on rear flyleaf. The first of two volumes of the biography of the famous religious teacher, including his initial involvement with Theosophy and sponsorship by Annie Besant and C. W. Leadbeater. ISBN: 0091553814. Our Book No: 11123. $20.

94. MacGregor, Geddes (1982). The gospels as a mandala of wisdom. Wheaton, IL: Quest / Theosophical Publishing House (TPH). 222 pp. Paperback small trade, as new condition. ISBN: 083560554X. Our Book No: 1934. $10.

95. Mackenzie, Vicki (1998). Cave in the snow: A Western woman's quest for enlightenment (1st ed). London: Bloomsbury. 210 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, black & white & colour photos, edges lightly browned. In 1976 Diane Perry, by then known by her Tibetan name Tenzin Palmo, lived in a remote cave, 13,200 feet up in the Himalayas. This is her inspiring story of courage and amazing persistence. ISBN: 0747542856. Our Book No: 20394. $15.

96. Mackenzie, Vicki (2001). Why Buddhism? Westerners in search of wisdom (1st ed). Sydney: Allen & Unwin. 308 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, minor edgewear. The author investigates why Buddhism is so popular in Western society. ISBN: 186448781X. Our Book No: 22450. $20.

97. Magid, Barry (2004). Ordinary mind: exploring the common ground of Zen and psychoanalysis (2nd ed). Boston: Somerville: Wisdom Publications. 207 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition, publisher card bound in. The author is both a psychiatrist and Zen master - thus is uniquely qualified to discuss their overlap. This new edition contains additional case studies, and now begins with a very readable preliminary chapter. He examines the benefits of Zen Buddhist meditation on the psychotherapeutic process, outlining potential pitfalls as well as citing the importance of personal realization and fulfillment as part of healing. ISBN: 0861714954. Our Book No: 12572. $18.

98. Maguire, Jack (2001). Essential Buddhism: A complete guide to beliefs and practices (Reprint ed). New York: Pocket Books. 262 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition. A leading American Buddhist teacher identifies the main concepts and practices of the three main formats: Theraveda; Mahayana (including Zen); Vajrayana (Tibetan). ISBN: 0671041886. Our Book No: 10395. $16.50.

99. Marion, Jim; Wilber, Ken (foreword) (2000). Putting on the mind of Christ: The inner work of Christian spirituality (1st ed). Charlottesville, VA: Hampton Roads. 324 pp. Hardback dustjacket (minor marks), very good plus condition (in very good dustjacket), biro mark on one page. This book is the ardent expression of a modern mystic reporting his spiritual experiences within a Christ-focused framework. ISBN: 1571741739. Our Book No: 20332. $13.50.

100. Mikulas, William L. (1987). The way beyond: An overview of spiritual practices. Wheaton, IL: Quest / TPH: Theosophical Publishing House. 149 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, rubber stamps. ISBN: 0835606252. Our Book No: 1925. $11.50.

101. Minor, Robert M. (1998). The religious, the spiritual and the secular: Auroville and secular India [SUNY series in religious studies]. Albany, NY: SUNY Press: State University of New York Press. 208 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition. An account of Auroville, a city in contemporary southeast India, and the vision of founder, the guru Sri Aurobindo. Auroville's eventual takeover by the Indian government leads to a thought-provoking discussion of the meaning of secularism in India. ISBN: 0791439925. Our Book No: 12123. $20.

102. Molomby, Tom (1986). Spies bombs and the path of bliss (Ananda Marga and the Hilton bombing) (1st ed). Sydney: Potoroo Press. 424 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, black & white photos, black & white sketches, owner's written name & date, old price marks. In 1979, three members of the Ananda Marga were convicted of conspiracy to murder, some months after the bombing the Sydney Hilton Hotel. A case study in a serious miscarriage of justice, including police verbals, and the evidence of an unreliable witness. ISBN: 0949764035. Our Book No: 12216. $15.

103. Moore, Dinty W. (1999). The accidental Buddhist: Mindfulness, enlightenment, and sitting still American style (2nd ed). New York: Main Street / Doubleday. 208 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition. The author becomes disenchanted with American society, and sets out, sincerely and with good humour, to explore Buddhism and why this eastern religion is attracting great interest in America. ISBN: 0385492677. Our Book No: 20455. $13.50.

104. Morse, Melvin; Perry, Paul (with); Moody, Raymond A. (foreword) (1991). Closer to the light: Learning from children's near-death experiences. London: Souvenir Press. 209 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), rubber stamps. ISBN: 028563030X. Our Book No: 14451. $22.50.

105. Mulder, Niels (1998). Mysticism in Java: ideology in Indonesia (1st ed). Amsterdam: Pepin Press. 168 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, minor edgewear, tiny mark bottom edge base spine, internally excellent. The author analyses the old heritage of Java, and demonstrates its relationship with current efforts to create a national Indonesian ideology and identity. ISBN: 9054960477. Our Book No: 21963. $22.

106. Nasr, Seyyed Hossein (1990). Man and nature: The spiritual crisis in modern man (Reprint ed). London: Unwin Paperbacks. 151 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, minor edgewear, pages lightly browned. Analyses the ecological crisis of the 20th century as symptomatic of a spiritual crisis. ISBN: 0044406207. Our Book No: 21264. $12.

107. Needleman, Jacob (1988). A sense of the cosmos: the encounter of modern science and ancient truth (Reprint ed). London: Arkana / Penguin Books. 178 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition. Philosophy professor states that Western science has assumed we can understand the universe without understanding human consciousness. This has had a catastrophic impact on our inner lives. We must bring together science and spirituality, ancient wisdom and the latest technological know-how. Only on such a foundation of harmony can we start to forge a better future. ISBN: 0140190554. Our Book No: 2472. $12.

108. Neher, Andrew; Morris, Robert (foreword); Hyman, Ray (foreword) (1980). The psychology of transcendence (1st paperback ed) [Transpersonal books series]. Englewood Cliffs, NJ: Spectrum / Prentice-Hall. 361 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition, black & white text-photos & cartoons, rubber stamps. Physiological, conditioning and cultural contexts of transcendental, mystical, psychic and occult experiences. ISBN: 0137366450. Our Book No: 11947. $15.

109. Nosco, Peter (editor) (1997). Confucianism and Tokugawa culture. Hawaii: University of Hawaii Press. 290 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition. The best available collection of essays on neo-Confucianism in the Tokugawa period (1600 - 1868) in Japan. ISBN: 0824818652. Our Book No: 12131. $20.

110. Nurbakhsh, Javad (1992). Sufi symbolism: Volume Six: Titles and epithets [Volume 6] [The Nurbakhsh encyclopedia of Sufi terminology (Farhang-e Nurbakhsh)]. London: Khaniqahi-Nimatullahi Publications. 141 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good dustjacket). ISBN: 0933546483. Our Book No: 12448. $25.

111. O'Brien, Justin (1989). Christianity and yoga: A meeting of mystic paths. London: Arkana / Penguin Books. 140 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition. ISBN: 0140191755. Our Book No: 5696. $12.50.

112. Parrinder, Geoffrey (1973). The indestructible soul: the nature of man and life after death in Indian thought. London: George Allen & Unwin. 116 pp. Paperback, good plus only condition, front & rear covers creased, edges slightly foxed, bottom corner slightly creased pages, rubber stamp. This book discusses Indian teachings about the soul and its destiny, its relationship to God or the Absolute, its transmigration, and its final goal of Nirvana or bliss. ISBN: 0042810027. Our Book No: 21349. $14.

113. Parrinder, Geoffrey (1990). A dictionary of religious & spiritual quotations. London: Routledge. 177 + [18] pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good dustjacket). ISBN: 0415041287. Our Book No: 12764. $20.

114. Petsonk, Judy (1996). Taking Judaism personally: Creating a meaningful spiritual life. New York: Free Press. 338 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in as new dustjacket), dual binding (has superior binding along spine). An intimate look at Jewish renewal, by American former teacher and reporter. The author has been deeply involved in the Havurah and Jewish feminist movements. ISBN: 068482809X. Our Book No: 18307. $20.

115. Pierrakos, Eva; Saly, Judith (editor) (1990). The pathwork of self-transformation (1st ed). New York: Bantam. 263 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, sticker, minor edgewear, faint foxing around edges. The core teachings of the guide have been collected in one volume synthesizing the essential wisdom of the pathwork. ISBN: 0553348965. Our Book No: 21458. $20.

116. Poo, Mu-Chou (1998). In search of personal welfare: A view of ancient Chinese religion (1st ed) [SUNY series in Chinese philosophy and culture]. Albany, NY: SUNY Press: State University of New York Press. 331 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, black & white sketches. The first major reassessment of ancient Chinese religion to appear in recent years. There is a historical investigation of broadly shared religious beliefs and goals in ancient China from the earliest period to the end of the Han Dynasty. ISBN: 0791436306. Our Book No: 20493. $20.

117. Prebish, Charles S. (1998). Luminous passage: The practice and study of Buddhism in America. Berkeley, CA: University of California Press. 334 pp. Paperback octavo, as new condition. ISBN: 0520216970. Our Book No: 11952. $20.

118. Ray, Reginald A. (2000). Indestructible truth: the living spirituality of Tibetan Buddhism (1st ed) [The world of Tibetan Buddhism, Volume 1]. Boston: Shambhala. 495 pp. Paperback thick octavo, very good condition, figures, top corner inside cover & front flyleaf slightly silverfished, minor edgewear, corners creased few pages. This book is a thorough and accessible introduction to Tibetan Buddhism. The author talks about its history, philosophy, and meditation practices. This is the first book in a two-volume work. ISBN: 1570629102. Our Book No: 22433. $25.

119. Reed, Naomi (2008). No ordinary view: a season of faith and mission in the Himalayas (1st ed). Sydney: Ark House Press. 175 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, slight crease front cover, minor edgewear. The author of "My Seventh Monsoon" continues the story of her family's Christian mission to train Nepalese physiotherapists. ISBN: 9780980452341. Our Book No: 22700. $20.

120. Reynolds, David K. (1982). The quiet therapies: Japanese pathways to personal growth (Reissue ed). Honolulu: University Of Hawaii Press. 135 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, minor edgewear. This book is about several Japanese psychotherapies. ISBN: 0824808010. Our Book No: 20836. $13.50.

121. Rice, Edward (1980). Eastern definitions. Garden City, NY: Anchor Books. 433 pp. Paperback trade, good-very good condition, black & white text-photos, page edges slightly foxed. Subtitle: A short encyclopedia of religions of the Orient with terms from Hinduism, Sufism, Buddhism, Islam, Zen, Tao, the Sikhs, Zoroastrianism, and other eastern religions. ISBN: 0385156316. Our Book No: 12114. $15.

122. Ring, Kenneth; Moody, Raymond A. (introduction) (1980). Life at death: A scientific investigation of the near-death experience. New York: Coward, McCann & Geoghegan. 310 pp. Hardback dustjacket (edges slightly foxed), very good minus condition (in very good minus dustjacket), dual binding (has superior binding along spine), owner's written name on title page. ISBN: 0698110323. Our Book No: 1111. $25.

123. Riordain, John J. O. (1997). The music of what happens: Celtic spirituality: a view from the inside (Reprint ed). Dublin: Columba Press. 119 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, minor edgewear, corner tips few pages ceased. The author is a Redemporist Missioner, born in County Cork and educated in Galway, Limerick, Seattle and Montreal. He gives parish missions all over Ireland and Scotland, and lectures in history, spirituality, theology and developmental psychology. This book elaborates on some characteristics and prayer formulae associated with that world to which the term Celtic is loosely applied, and focuses on the Irish experience of that world. ISBN: 185607174X. Our Book No: 22517. $15.

124. Rogo, D. Scott (1989). The return from silence: A study of near-death experiences (Reprint ed). Wellingborough: Aquarian. 256 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, slight edgewear, rubber stamps. An up-to-date assessment of what medicine and psychology are learning about near-death experiences (NDEs). The study of NDEs is both intellectually and spiritually rewarding - the experience of being near death is seen as an exercise of living, not of dying. ISBN: 0850307368. Our Book No: 10969. $14.50.

125. Ross, Gillian (1999). Is there life before death? Reflections on our spiritual awakening. Sydney: ABC Books. 189 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, black & white sketches. Australian yogi (and former academic) explores the meaning of mystical experiences. ISBN: 07333306209. Our Book No: 14272. $13.50.

126. Saddhatissa, H. (Hammalawa) (1976). The life of the Buddha [A mandala book]. London: Unwin Paperbacks. 89 pp. Paperback, very good condition, black & white photos, edges slightly foxed. ISBN: 0042940931. Our Book No: 1513. $10.50.

127. Sangharakshita (1993). The Priceless Jewel (1st ed). Glasgow: Windhorse. 224 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, bottom corner slightly creased. The thirteen essays assembled in this volume demonstrate some of the issues that have preoccupied a leading Western Buddhist in recent years. This book will be enjoyed by those already familiar with his work, and for those who do not know his work these pages will offer an ideal meeting place. ISBN: 0904766586. Our Book No: 21964. $20.

128. Scholem, Gershom (1961). Major trends In Jewish mysticism (Reprint ed). New York: Schocken Books. 460 pp. Paperback thick trade, good-very good condition, minor foxing on edges, spine creased, top corner back cover slightly creased, minor edgewear, bottom edge marked. Originally published, 1941. The author outlines Jewish mysticism from its beginnings in antiquity to its latest phase in Hasidism. Bold, profound ideas and symbols are analyzed and evaluated. ISBN: 0805200053. Our Book No: 21805. $15.

129. Schuon, Frithjof (1981). Sufism: veil and quintessence (1st thus ed) [Library of traditional wisdom series]. Bloomington, IN: World Wisdom Books. 163 pp. Paperback trade, good plus condition only, few rear page edge tips stained, spine slightly faded. The Swiss-born religious scholar compellingly describes the universal mystical (esoteric) core of Islam that is distinct from more exteriorized forms. ISBN: 0941532003. Our Book No: 12372. $20.

130. Schuon, Frithjof (1989). The transcendent unity of religions. Wheaton, IL: Quest / Theosophical Publishing House (TPH). 173 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition. Swiss-born religious scholar compellingly describes the universal mysticism (esotericism) that is said to underlie all religions. ISBN: 0835605876. Our Book No: 11238. $20.

131. Scott, David; Doubleday, Tony (1992). The elements of Zen (Reprint ed). Shaftesbury, Dorset: Element Books. 136 pp. Paperback, good plus condition only, bottom edge slightly stained. ISBN: 1852302356. Our Book No: 2098. $10.

132. Scott, Mary (1988). A renaissance of the spirit: a new way to see ourselves. Wheaton, IL: Quest / Theosophical Publishing House (TPH). 181 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, rear cover corner lightly creased. Psychologist uses Eastern mysticism to show how to live a healthy life, based on the concept of three bodies plus a subliminal self (influenced by Tantric Hinduism and kundalini). ISBN: 0835606325. Our Book No: 5524. $10.

133. Sherrill, W. A.; Chu, W. K. (1989). An anthology of I Ching (Reprint ed). London: Arkana / Penguin Books. 244 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, tables, tiny dent on front cover. Drawn from a number of classical Chinese sources, this informative and helpful book offers some valuable keys to Chinese culture, philosophies and thoughts. ISBN: 0140192069. Our Book No: 21958. $14.50.

134. Skolimowski, Henryk (1984). The theatre of the mind: Evolution in the sensitive cosmos. Wheaton, IL: Quest / Theosophical Publishing House (TPH). 167 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition. How the philosophy of experience can establish an ecologically sound progressive view of human evolution. By Polish-born philosopher and associate editor of The Ecologist magazine. ISBN: 0835605884. Our Book No: 6564. $10.

135. Smuts, J. C. (General) (1987). Holism and evolution (Reprint ed). Cape Town: N. & S. Press. 361 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, small crease in front and back cover. The South African politician describes how holism is the fundamental principle at work in the evolution of matter, life and mind. This book is one of the underpinnings of the holistic health movement. ISBN: 020110953. Our Book No: 3785. $32.50.

136. Sobosan, Jeffrey G. (1991). Bless the beasts: a spirituality of animal care (1st ed). New York: Crossroad Publishing. 144 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, minor edgewear, two faint price sticker marks front cover. The author, a professor and a priest, has written a wonderful warm caring book about his love of animals and his own understanding of religion. This is a beautiful book for anyone interested in animals and spirituality. ISBN: 0824511352. Our Book No: 21755. $20.

137. Staff, V. S. (1975). Remembered on waking: Concerning psychic and spiritual dreams and theories of dreaming (1st ed). London: CFPSS: Churches Fellowship for Psychical and Spiritual Studies. 149 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, very minor foxing on top edge. An eclectic and uncommitted approach to dreams. The special acknowledgement of the psychical dimension of the personality makes this a very special book. Miss Staff is also a member of the Society for Psychical Research. Our Book No: 20400. $20.

138. Storr, Anthony (1988). Jung (Reprint ed) [Modern masters series]. London: Fontana Press. 124 pp. Paperback, very good plus condition. A clear exposition of Jung's analytical psychology, with its emphasis on spirituality - in contrast to Freud's emphasis on the physical. ISBN: 0006860311. Our Book No: 2477. $10.

139. Subramaniam, K (1974). Brahmin priest of Tamil Nadu (1st ed). New Delhi: Wiley Eastern Private Limited. 183 pp. Hardback dustjacket, good only condition (in good only dustjacket), black & white charts, faint foxing edges, tiny tear rear pastedown near spine, top corner clipped front free flyleaf, pages lightly browned. Jacket: minor edgewear & chipping, small tears, rear cover slightly marked, minor foxing reverse side. This book, is based on a thesis submitted in 1969 for the award of the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at the University of Saugar. It represents an effort to describe at length and discuss in detail the changes that have come about over time in regard to a small and specific occupational group, the Smarta Brahmin priest of Tamil Nadu. It will be useful for students of sociology, Indian history and politics. ISBN: 0852268483. Our Book No: 22557. $20.

140. Sutherland, Cherie (1992). Transformed by the light: life after near-death experiences (1st ed). Sydney: Bantam Books. 287 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, minor edgewear, pages lightly browned. The author has interviewed 400 Australians who have had a near-death experience (NDE). In this book, Dr Sutherland explores the after-effects of a near-death experience, and how it changed the person's life. ISBN: 1863590706. Our Book No: 6212. $18.

141. Tacey, David (2003). The spirituality revolution: the emergence of contemporary spirituality (Reprint ed). Sydney: HC: HarperCollins. 250 pp. Paperback, very good condition, cover corner tip creased. By Australian academic who teaches literature, spirituality and Jungian psychology. He is a leading thinker in religion and spirituality - he examines the growing popularity of alternative spirituality - a search for a more personalised religious experience. ISBN: 0732271738. Our Book No: 11474. $20.

142. Taylor Kirwan, Jean; Kirwan, Jean Taylor (2003). Hello, goodbye: This transient life (1st ed). Sydney: Annandale: Envirobook. 63 pp. Paperback trade, as new condition, pale cream paper with a small rose on most pages. Inspirational text about life. This small book is full of inspirational poems and one-line sayings. It would make a wonderful gift for a special person. ISBN: 0858811952. Our Book No: 20613. $13.50.

143. Taylor Kirwan, Jean; Kirwan, Jean Taylor; Wren-Lewis, John (foreword) (1990). The high hills: Moments in time (1st ed). Sydney: Castle Hill: Sunbird Publications. 90 pp. Paperback wide trade, very good plus condition, pale pink paper & sketches. Inspirational text about life, loss and spirituality. This small book, full of inspirational poems and short sayings, would make a wonderful gift. ISBN: 0646023861. Our Book No: 20610. $15.

144. Teillard, A. (Ania) (1961). Spiritual dimensions (1st ed). London: RKP: Routledge Kegan Paul. 146 pp. Hardback dustjacket (reverse side slightly foxed), very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), black & white photos, edges slightly foxed, protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. A well-known French psychologist takes a new orientation in this book. She relates not only dreams with their symbolic meaning, but visions of other worlds or spheres. Our Book No: 20500. $20.

145. Thien Tam, Thich (1994). Buddhism of wisdom & faith: Pure Land principles and practice (5th ed) [Pure Land series]. Bronx, NY: Sutra Translation Committee of the United States and Canada. 363 pp. Paperback trade, card covers (with flaps), very good plus condition. Estimated date: 1994 (Libraries Australia catalogue.) The late Dharma Master Thich Thien Tam specialized in both the Pure Land and Esoteric traditions. This treatise, his best known work, is the outgrowth of a multi-year retreat devoted to the study of the Tripitaka, with emphasis on Pure Land related texts. Our Book No: 22522. $20.

146. Thrangu, Khenchen; Roberts, Peter Alan (translation) (2004). An ocean of the ultimate meaning: teachings on Mahamudra: a commentary on Wangchuck Dorje's Ngedon Gyamtso (1st ed). Boston: Shambhala. 206 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, minor edgewear. The author serves as abbot of Gampo Abbey in Nova Scotia, Canada. He provides an exhaustive commentary on the longest and most comprehensive of the three classic treatises on Mahamudra composed by the 16th-century scholar Wangchuk Dorje, the ninth Karmapa. ISBN: 1590300556. Our Book No: 21786. $25.

147. Tilby, Angela (1992). Science and the soul: new cosmology, the self, and God. London: SPCK. 275 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, top edge very slightly foxed. This book is based on the author's research for a BBC-TV series, Soul, presented by Anthony Clare. ISBN: 0281045798. Our Book No: 5891. $30.

148. van de Wetering, Janwillem (1999). Afterzen: experiences of a Zen student out on his ear (First ed). New York: St Martin's Press. 194 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good condition (in very good plus dustjacket), sticker on front free flyleaf, top spine bumped. The last of a trilogy on Zen Buddhism by the American mystery writer. Provides unorthodox solutions to classical koans found in Walter Nowick's book The Wisteria Tangle. ISBN: 0312204930. Our Book No: 12841. $18.

149. van der Post, Laurens (1993). The voice of the thunder (1st ed). London: Chatto & Windus. 229 pp. Hardback small, dustjacket, very good plus condition (in as new dustjacket), old price marks, protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. Three essays about renewal of the human spirit. Discusses the mysterious powers of the Bushmen, universal imagery of dreams, legends of ancient civilizations, Jung's collective unconscious. ISBN: 0701160365. Our Book No: 16986. $20.

150. Virtue, Gerry (1996). An overview of the history and culture of Tibet. Sydney: Australian Tibetan Society, Inc. 52 pp. Paperback large quarto, stapled pamphlet, very good plus condition, black & white text-photos & sketches, map, owner's written name title page. Estimated date: 1996. A detailed history of Tibet in a simple to read large format pamphlet format with illustrations to add interest. ISBN: 0646294482. Our Book No: 20223. $10.50.

151. Walters, Dorothy (2002). Unmasking the rose: a record of a kundalini initiation (1st ed). Charottesville, VA: Hampton Roads Publishing. 233 pp. Paperback trade, very good condition, faint marks fore-edge, minor edgewear, spine slightly creased. This book is the author's frank and personal narrative of her kundalini experience. ISBN: 1571743014. Our Book No: 22755. $20.

152. Watts, Alan (1996). Myth and religion: the edited transcripts (1st UK ed) [Love of wisdom series]. Middlesex: Eden Grove Editions / Axis. 107 pp. Paperback tall trade, stiffened covers (with flap), as new condition. A collection of edited transcripts in which the author brings the question of spiritual authority into sharp focus. Continuing in the tradition of mystics and sages who point to a direct connection between man and God, Watts identifies the individual as the true source of religion. ISBN: 1870845188. Our Book No: 22134. $20.

153. Webster, Brenda (1983). Blake's prophetic psychology. Athens, GA: University of Georgia Press. 325 pp. Hardback dustjacket, very good plus condition (in very good plus dustjacket), black & white sketches & text-photos, protected by removable semiarchival plastic sleeve. Heavy. American scholar provides a Freudian interpretation of the obscure prophetic writings of William Blake, the English mystic poet and artist/engraver. This interpretative method renders clear many of the less attractive and annoying characteristics of Blake's later writings. ISBN: 0820306584. Our Book No: 2028. $25.

154. Weiskel, Thomas (1986). The romantic sublime: Studies in the structure and psychology of transcendence (1st p/b ed). Baltimore: JHUP: Johns Hopkins University Press. 220 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, slight edgewear, corner tips on covers creased, bottom corners on first few pages creased, back cover slight marked. Originally published, 1976. The author combines the historical study of the sublime with the concerns of psychoanalytic criticism and of structuralist and semiotic theory in this important and passionately argued work. ISBN: 0801833477. Our Book No: 22388. $85.

155. Welwood, John (2002). Toward a psychology of awakening: Buddhism, psychotherapy, and the path of personal and spiritual transformation (1st p/b ed). Boston: Shambhala. 330 pp. Paperback octavo, very good plus condition, minor edgewear, small crease on back cover, printed on acid-free paper. This book looks at integrating the psychological and the spiritual sides of human existence for use in therapy and for personal growth. ISBN: 1570628238. Our Book No: 21487. $20.

156. Wilber, Ken (1984). A sociable god: towards a new understanding of religion (Reprint ed). Boston: New Science Library / Shambhala. 160 pp. Paperback octavo, very good condition, slight edgewear. Extends Wilber's acclaimed work on transpersonal psychology into the domain of religion. He provides testable methods of assessing the authenticity of religious movements. He particularly discusses new religions in the United States, the influx of Eastern mystical traditions, the breakdown of civil religion, and the psychology of religious experience, meditation and moral development. ISBN: 0394726928. Our Book No: 2402. $16.50.

157. Wilber, Ken (1985). No boundary: Eastern and Western approaches to personal growth (Reprint ed). Boston: Shambhala Publications. 164 pp. Paperback octavo, good plus condition only, front cover and first several pages creased, remainder stripe. This is a simple yet comprehensive guide to the types of psychologies and therapies now available from both Western and Eastern sources - psychoanalysis to Zen, Gestalt to TM, existentialism to tantra. ISBN: 0394748816. Our Book No: 8282. $12.

158. Wilber, Ken (1998). The essential Ken Wilber: an introductory reader (Reprint ed). Boston: Shambhala Publications. 199 pp. Paperback trade, good-very good condition, small edge tears repaired base of front cover & front free flyleaf. An introductory sampler that introduces you to his transpersonal writings, including levels of consciousness, mystical experience, meditation practice, death, the perennial philosophy, and his integral model of reality (integrating body, mind, soul and spirit). ISBN: 1570623791. Our Book No: 12574. $15.

159. Wilber, Ken (editor) (1984). Quantum questions: mystical writings of the world's great physicists (Reprint ed). Boston: New Science Library (NSL) / Shambhala. 209 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, very slight edgewear. The surprising writings of the major physicists - Einstein, Heisenberg, Schroedinger, de Broglie, Jeans, Planck, Pauli and Eddington - about a spiritual or mystical basis of life. ISBN: 0394723384. Our Book No: 16831. $22.

160. Wiser, William Henricks (1969). The Hindu Jajmani system: a socio-economic system interrelating members of a Hindu village community in services (Reprint ed). Lucknow, India: Lucknow Publishing House. 175 pp. Hardback small, library binding (thick boards), cancelled EX-LIBRARY, good plus condition only, tables, minor pencil annotation. Originally published, 1939. This study is of the Jajmani system in a north Indian village and the author's information comes from personal experiences and knowledge. Our Book No: 21019. $10.

161. Wong, Eva (translation & introduction) (1997). Harmonizing yin and yang: the dragon-tiger classic (1st ed). Boston: Shambhala. 146 pp. Paperback trade, very good plus condition, figures, minor edgewear. A manual of taoist yoga: internal, external, and sexual. A translation of a concise taoist alchemical manual known as the Dragon-Tiger Classic, along with its two most important commentaries. ISBN: 1570623066. Our Book No: 21661. $22.50.