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TRAINING THE SAMURAI MIND
Honour, fearlessness, calm, decisive action, strategic thinking and martial prowess have been the hallmarks of the Japanese samurai culture through the ages. Their ethos is known as bushido, or the way of the warrior knight. Here is an insider’s view of the samurai – their moral and psychological development, the ethical standards they strive to uphold, their training in both martial arts and strategy, and the enormous role that the traditions of Shintoism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Taoism had in influencing their ideals. It is a unique treasury of writings that span 400 years of wisdom and teachings from the premier contemporary translator and compiler of Asian texts. Training the Samurai Mind by Thomas Cleary 9781590305720 17.99 HB Shambhala Publications Available now from PGUK Enfield |
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STOKING THE CREATIVE FIRES
In Stoking the Creative Fires, Phil Cousineau gives readers the tools they need to alleviate burnout and rekindle passion in all areas of their lives. Based on twenty years of teaching, Cousineau offers a multitude of stories, ideas, and exercises drawn from historical and contemporary figures, artists of all kinds, and from his own experience, to inspire readers on ways to live a passionate and creative life. Cousineau worked closely with the eminent mythographer Joseph Campbell in his later years and, in the spirit of his famous injunction to “follow your bliss”, Cousineau gives readers the fuel to continue on the journey to find their passion. Stoking the Creative Fires by Phil Cousineau 9781573242998 12.99 PB Conari Press Available now from PGUK Enfield |
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THE EMOTIONAL LIVES OF ANIMALS
In this new paperback edition of a much-beloved title, Marc Bekoff includes, then moves beyond, the academic arguments to address what every animal lover and pet owner knows from everyday observation: that animals have rich emotional lives that not only can teach us about love, empathy and compassion but that require us to alter radically our current relationship of domination and abuse with them. He skilfully blends extraordinary stories and anecdotes of animal grief, joy, embarrassment, anger and love with the latest scientific research confirming emotions that simple, commonsense observation has long pointed to. "A glorious, moving, important book to enjoy and share" - Ingrid Newkirk, founder of PETA. The Emotional Lives of Animals by Mark Bekoff 9781577316299 10.99 PB New World Library Available now from PGUK Enfield |
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MOTHER NATURES HERBAL
This is a reissue of one of the most popular herbal manuals of recent years, which has been much in demand since its first appearance ten years ago. It forms a comprehensive guide to herbs in all their therapeutic aspects, including recipes for skincare and aromatherapy blends and instructions for using essential oils to realign the chakra system. With ancient folklore, simple instructions for growing an herb garden, and recipes from around the world, Mother Natures Herbal is hands-down the most unique, thoughtful, and comprehensive guide to growing and preparing herbs. The author, Judith Griffin, is visiting the UK this July to teach a workshop. Mother Natures Herbal by Judith Griffin 9780738712567 17.99 PB Llewellyn Publications Available now from PGUK Enfield
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