Vietnamese Zen Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh is a peace activist, a spiritual teacher, and a prolific bestselling author. Of his many books, You Are Here is unique in that it deals not with specific emotional problems but focuses instead on Buddhist practices and precepts that help us transcend the hectic crises of everyday living. As always, Hanh's gentle message is presented in evocative, even poetic images and personal anecdotes.
Library Journal
Acclaimed Buddhist monk Thich Nhat Hanh continues his exploration of what he has called engaged Buddhism, now considering the experience of everyday living. The author has been an active advocate for peace since the Vietnam War and is perhaps best known to readers for his book Peace Is Every Step. Now, he tells us that living is a joy and emphasizes how the awareness that Buddhist meditation and practice can promote contributes to that sensation of joy in living. VERDICT Recommended as a thought-provoking contribution to the literature of modern Buddhism.
From the Publisher
Among Buddhist leaders influential in the West, Thich Nhat Hanh ranks second only to the Dalai Lama.”—The New York Times
“[Thich Nhat Hanh] shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth.”—The Dalai Lama
MARCH 2011 - AudioFile
Lloyd James calmly and steadily presents the concepts of mindfulness, peace, and other basic precepts of Buddhism. Based on a retreat for Westerners, this book is an excellent introduction to the teachings of Buddhism and meditation, and their practical application to everyday life. Through simple illustrations, Hahn presents his message in easy-to-understand terms. Lloyd James’s narration exemplifies a centered focus on the core meanings of the teachings and the objective of becoming one with the moment. His engagement with the topics is uniform; his presentation is intimate, quiet. Each chapter is self-contained and could be used as the basis for meditation or study. J.E.M. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine
