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Advice on dying and living a better life: And Living a Better Life
Par Dalai Lama, Jeffrey Hopkins, His Holiness Dalai Lama, Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho. 2002
The Dalai Lama draws upon a seventeenth-century poem, credited to the First Panchen Lama, to explore the eight stages of…
death. For each stage he discusses how to enrich life on earth, prepare for death, and die without fear. Translated and edited by Buddhist scholar Jeffrey Hopkins. 2002Discussion of age-related macular degeneration disorder by low-vision specialist at the Helen Keller Services for the Blind in New York…
and by a visually impaired person's daughter. Describes diagnosis, treatment options, and methods for handling emotional problems. Includes list of agencies, services, and support groups for persons with low vision. 2000Buddha in your backpack: everyday Buddhism for teens
Par Franz Metcalf. 2003
Provides information on Buddha and his teachings, applying Buddhist philosophy to issues facing teenagers, such as family relations, school, body…
changes, sexual attraction, friendship, and personal ethics--without preaching religious conversion. Includes introductions to meditation and further study. Some descriptions of sex. For junior and senior high readers. 2003Buddhism: a concise introduction
Par Huston Smith, Philip Novak. 2003
Describes the history, fundamental teachings, and practices of this Eastern religion. The first half of the book explores the life…
of the Buddha (born circa 563 B.C.E.), explains the core tenets, and distinguishes between various sects. The final chapters discuss the Western expansion and adaptations of Buddhism, particularly in America. 2003Zen mind, beginner's mind
Par Shunryu Suzuki, Trudy Dixon, Shunryū Suzuki. 1999
Informal talks on Zen meditation and practice, presented originally by Suzuki in California in 1970. Introduces attitudes and concepts encouraging…
the Zen way of living. Discusses posture and breathing, non-duality, emptiness, and enlightment, using examples from everyday living and common sense. 1999The art of happiness at work
Par Dalai Lama, Howard C. Cutler, Howard C Cutler, Dalai Lama, Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho. 2003
In this sequel to The Art of Happiness (DB 47827, BR 13301), a psychiatrist questions the Dalai Lama about applying…
Buddhist principles in the workplace. The Tibetan spiritual leader advises that career satisfaction is related to staying motivated, having a realistic "sense of self," and maintaining "basic human values" such as kindness and compassion. 2003Living with vision problems: the sourcebook for blindness and vision impairment (Facts for Life Ser.)
Par Jill Sardegna, Susan Shelly, Allan Rutzen, Scott M. Steidl. 2002
Brief discussion of vision problems: causes, prevention, treatment, and coping techniques. Substantial A-to-Z section of concise entries on medical terminology,…
health and social concerns, adaptive devices, and many other relevant topics. Includes appendixes for further resources. 2002The autobiography of a Tibetan monk
Par Palden Gyatso, Tsering Shakya. 1997
Memoir of a Buddhist monk, born in 1933 in Tibet. The 1950 Chinese invasion ended his monastic life. Describes his…
arrest and thirty prison years of starvation, torture, and "reeducation." Escaping to India upon release, he revealed the Tibetan plight to the Dalai Lama--and to the world. 1997Coping with vision loss: maximizing what you can see and do
Par Bill Chapman, Bill G Chapman. 2001
Mayo Clinic on vision and eye health: Practical Answers on Glaucoma, Cataracts, Macular Degeneration, and Other Conditions
Par Mayo Clinic Staff, Helmut Buettner. 2002
Kindness: a treasury of Buddhist wisdom for children and parents (Little light of mine series)
Par Sarah Conover, Sara Conover, Valerie Wahl. 2001
Collection of thirty-two stories and sayings about the Buddha and his teachings. This broad selection of anecdotes and Jataka fables…
are mainly from India, Japan, and Tibet. They convey some of the spiritual values of this twenty-five-hundred-year-old religion. For grades 5-8 and older readers. 2001The history of ophthalmology
Par Daniel M. Albert, D. D. Edwards. 1996
Eighteen essays provide an overview of progress in eye treatment over the past two thousand years. Contributors discuss ancient remedies,…
discoveries about the eye's anatomy, improvements in scientific methodology, development of eyeglasses, and surgical procedures among other topics. 1996The aging eye
Par Sandra Gordon, Harvard Medical School. 2001
Discusses the natural aging of the eye, how to protect one's vision, and the three most common disorders in later…
life: cataracts, glaucoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Describes the symptoms, diagnoses, and treatments available for these conditions. 2001Ultimate journey: retracing the path of an ancient buddhist monk who crossed Asia in search of enlightenment
Par Richard Bernstein. 2001
At age fifty-five, a New York Times writer fulfills a yearning for travel and change by following the route of…
seventh-century Buddhist monk Hsuan Tsang's pilgrimage for wisdom across China, south through India, and back to China. Along the way he compares his observations to those recorded by Hsuan Tsang. 2001When things fall apart: heart advice for difficult times
Par Pema Chödrön, Pema Chodron. 1997
American Buddhist nun describes how to apply her religion's philosophy to achieve happiness. Explains how to communicate, experience difficult emotions,…
and become compassionate using eight worldly dharma or basic Buddhist beliefs. 1997An open heart: practicing compassion in everyday life
Par Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama, Nicholas Vreeland. 2001
Companion to The Art of Happiness (DB 47827, BR 13301) provides the Dalai Lama's teachings to introduce the core of…
Buddhism. Weaves together his spiritual guidelines for everyday living with two ancient Buddhist texts. Contains text of the Dalai Lama's 1999 New York address. Bestseller. 2001The Buddha from Brooklyn
Par Martha Sherrill. 2000
A Washington Post journalist's profile of American housewife Catharine Burroughs, who took the name Jetsunma after being recognized by a…
Buddhist leader as the reincarnation of a Tibetan lama. Describes the charismatic Jetsunma's influence on her followers and their efforts to create the largest Tibetan Buddhist center in America. Some strong language. 2000The macular degeneration handbook: natural ways to prevent & reverse it
Par Chet Cunningham. 1999
Explains how the eye works, basic care, and traditional treatments for macular degeneration and other eye conditions. Includes alternative approaches…
such as diet, vitamins and minerals, and proper nutrition. Discusses drugs that can adversely affect the eyes and the benefits of trying acupressure, reflexology, and exercises to improve visionThe search for the Panchen Lama
Par Isabel Hilton. 2000
British journalist recounts the events surrounding the 1995 disappearance of the Tibetan boy considered to be the eleventh incarnation of…
the Panchen Lama--the second highest figure in Tibetan Buddhism. Hilton combines religious history, Chinese political intrigue, and her own travel experiences to explain this seven-year-old's importance. 1999Social and cultural perspectives on blindness: barriers to community integration
Par C. Edwin Vaughan. 1998
Visually impaired sociologist (who prefers the word "blind") describes blindness in the United States, Africa, China, and Spain. Proposes an…
international exchange of information to enrich education and rehabilitation opportunities for this group