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A discussion of how the Dalai Lama draws on his personal compassion to connect with others shares insight into his human frustrations and joyful approach to the world, and describes his peace-promoting encounters with people ranging from a sick child to world leaders.

The Dalai Lama offers his analysis of why all avenues of inquiry, including spiritual and scientific, must be pursued in order to find the complete truth.

Provides step-by-step exercises to help readers see beyond appearances and use meditative concentration to give and receive love. Includes anecdotes about the life of the Dalai Lama.

The Dalai Lama, spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people, presents an ethical system he believes could result in happiness for every individual, arguing that human beings are better than they think, and that a society and a life that cultivates love and compassion are obtainable.

The autobiography of the Dalai Lama who won the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize.

An autobiographical account of the life of the Dalai Lama that discusses the childhood he spent in exile, his struggle to gain freedom for Tibet, and the effect he has had on Tibetan Buddhism.

The autobiography of the Dalai Lama who won the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize.

Through conversations, stories, and meditations, the Dalai Lama of Tibet discusses how people can become happier and explains the methods he used to rid his life of anxiety, insecurity, anger, and discouragement.

Details the author's spiritual journey, from his childhood memories, to being a Buddhist leader, to his continuing work for world peace, including his views on 9/11 and religious militancy, stopping bloodshed in Tibet, and humans' responsibility to the environment.

Draws on the Tibetan leader's insights to reveal how Buddhist traditions may alleviate twenty-first-century problems, sharing stories, meditations, and conversations to identify cultural sources of unhappiness.