"In 1993, Norwegian explorer Erling Kagge spent fifty days walking solo across Antarctica, becoming the first person to reach the South Pole alone, accompanied only by a radio whose batteries he had removed before setting out. In this book, an astonishing and transformative meditation, Kagge explores the silence around us, the silence within us, and the silence we must create. By recounting his own experience and discussing the observations of poets,...

"One of the most celebrated and revered writers in the history of American literature gives us a new nonfiction collection -- a rich gathering of her essays, speeches, and meditations on society, culture, and art, spanning four decades. THE SOURCE OF SELF-REGARD is brimming with all the elegance of mind and style, the literary prowess and moral compass, that are Toni Morrison's hallmarks. It is divided into three parts: the first is introduced by...

Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh shares the "art of suffering" through inspiring passages and practical exercises. Rooted in a lifetime of Zen practice, his teachings guide us to transform suffering, find moments of happiness, and maintain a calm mind. By facing and understanding our suffering, healing becomes possible, fostering empathy for others and resolving conflicts. Thich Nhat Hanh emphasizes the importance of inner peace for creating understanding...