
Book Review: The Book of Joy: Lasting Happiness in a Changing World by Dalai Lama XIV, Desmond Tutu, and Carlton Abrams
Five Stars
“The purpose of life is to find happiness. From the very core of our being, we simply desire joy and contentment.” Dalai Lama
A monumental conversation between two spiritual giants of our age. This book is a four-star treatment of a five-star topic. I rounded up because I am confident readers will sort the gems from the plaster.
“We are fragile creatures, and it is from this weakness, not despite it, that we discover the possibility of true joy.” Desmond Tutu
The reader is invited into a celebration of life by two of the wisest men in the world. They have been friends for decades despite differing world views. Both their friendship and their wisdom shows through.
“Those who say forgiveness is for the weak haven’t tried it.” Desmond Tutu
You expect this book to be full of epigrams; it Continue reading →