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Spring 2008

    Book Reviews


  • Every Garden is a Story: Stories, Crafts and Comforts
    Susannah Seton, Conari Press, San Fransico, CA, 2007. $16.95
  • How to Bury a Goldfish: and Other Ceremonies and Celebrations for Everyday Life
    Virginia Lang and Louise Nayer, Skinner House Books, Boston, MA 2007. $15.00
  • Sage-ing While Age-ing
    Shirley MacLaine, Attria Books, New York, New York, 2007. $26.00
  • Fearproof Your Life: How to Thrive in a World Addicted to Fear
    Joseph Bailey, Conari Press, Newburyport, Massachusetts, 2007. $17.95
  • Books on Fire: the Destruction of Libraries throughout History
    Lucien X. Polastron, author, John E. Graham, translator, Inner Traditions, Rochester, Vermont 2007. $24.95
  • Stoking the Creative Fires: 9 Ways to Rekindle Passion and Imagination
    Phil Cousineau, Conari Press, Newburyport, MA 2007. $16.95
  • Simple Ways: Towards the Sacred
    Gunilla Norris, Bluebridge, New York, New York, 2008, Hardcover $18.95
  • The Painting Path: Embodying Spiritual Discovery through Yoga, Brush and Color
    Linda Novick, SkyLight Paths, Woodstock, Vermont, 2007. $18.99

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Soulfood: SpaScapes Massage
    Soulfood 2007
  • Oliver Mtukudzi: Tsimba itsoka
    Heads Up International 2007
  • Zina Schiff, violin, Royal Scottish National Orchestra - Ernest Bloch: Violin Concerto
    Naxos 2007
  • John Eliot Gardiner: J.S. Bach: Cantatas Vol. 16 - (New York) for the Sunday after Christmas
    Soli Deo Gloria 2007
  • Kim Kashkashian/Robert Levin: Asturiana
    ECM New Series 2007
  • Ann Licater: Following the Call
    CMP 2007

Winter 2007

    Book Reviews


  • 37 Houseplants Even You Can’t Kill
    Mary Kate Hogan, Sterling Publishing, New York, NY, 2006. $9.95.
  • Best Gardening Plants for New England
    Thomas Mickey and Alison Beck, Lone Pine Publishing, Auburn, WA, 2006. $16.95
  • Hope, Human and Wild: True Stories of Living Lightly on the Earth
    Bill McKibben, Milkweed Editions, Minneapolis, MN, 2007. $15
  • Preserving Food without Freezing or Canning: Traditional Techniques Using Salt, Oil, Sugar, Alcohol, Vinegar, Drying, Cold Storage and Lactic Fermentation
    The Gardeners and Farmers of Centre Terre Vivante, Deborah Madison, and Eliot Coleman, Chelsea Green, White River Junction, VT, 2006. $25.
  • Staying Healthy with Nutrition: The Complete Guide to Diet and Nutritional Medicine
    Elson M. Hass, MD, Celestial Arts, Berkeley, CA, 2006. $39.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • W. A. Mozart: Sacred Vocal Works
    Coviello Classics (SACD) - 2006
  • Marta Gómez: Entre Cada Palabra
    Chesky - 2006
  • Maneesh de Moor: Om Deeksha
    Sounds True - 2007
  • The Tord Gustavsen Trio: Being There
    ECM - 2007
  • Chanticleer: And On Earth, Peace: A Chanticleer Mass
    Warner/Rhino - 2007
  • Valerie Joyce: New York Blue
    Chesky - 2006

Summer 2007

    Book Reviews


  • Entering the Castle: An Inner Path to God and Your Soul
    Caroline Myss, Free Press, New York, NY, 2007. $26
  • The Packing Book: Secrets of the Carry-On Traveler
    Judith Gilford, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley, CA, 2006. $12.95
  • Wonderful Ways to Be a Family
    Judy Ford, Red Wheel/Weiser, San Francisco, CA, 2006. $ 14.95
  • Perfect Love, Imperfect Relationships: Healing the Wound of the Heart
    John Welwood, Trumpeter Books, Boston, MA, 2006. $19.95
  • Your Body Speaks Your Mind: Decoding the Emotional, Psychological, and Spiritual Messages That Underlie Illness
    Deb Shapiro, Sounds True, Boulder CO, 2006. $19.95
  • The Flip: Turn Your World Around!
    Jared Rosen and David Rippe, Hampton Roads Publishing, Charlottesville, VA, 2006. $23.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Vusi Mahlasela: Guiding Star (Naledi Ya Tsela)
    ATO
  • Deuter: Koyasan
    New Earth Records
  • Anat Fort: A Long Story
    ECM
  • Henryk Górecki: String Quartet No. 3: …songs are sung
    Kronos Quartet, Nonesuch
  • Andy Palacio & The Garifuna Collective: Wátina
    Cumbancha
  • Beverly Sills: Made in America
    Deutsche Grammophon DVD

Spring 2007

    Book Reviews


  • The Definitive Book of Body Language
    Allan and Barbara Pease, Bantam Dell, New York, NY, 2004. $23.00
  • Recovering from Loss and Reviving the Heart
    Stephen Levine, Rodale, New York, NY, 2005. $23.95
  • Extreme Extreme Spirituality: Radical Approaches to Awakening
    Tolly Burkan, Council Oak Books, Tulsa, OK, 2001. $14.95
  • Real Success Without a Real Job
    Ernie Zelinski, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley, CA, 2006. $16.95
  • Clutter Junkie No More: Stepping Up to Recovery
    Barb Rogers, Conari Press, San Francisco CA, 2007. $12.95
  • Natural Remodeling for the Not-So-Green House
    Carol Venolia and Kelly Lerner, Lark Books (Sterling Publishing), New York, NY, 2006. $24.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Arvo Pärt Da Pacem
    Harmonia Mundi USA
  • Peter Kater Elements Series: Fire
    Real Music
  • Peter Lieberson Neruda Songs: Lorraine Hunt Lieberson
    Nonesuch
  • Little Richard Here’s Little Richard
    Mobile Fidelity SACD
  • Meg Rayne Open Up to the Spirit
    Unity on the River Records
  • Franz Schubert String Quartets ‘Death and the Maiden’ • ‘Rosamunde&rsquo
    Hyperion

Winter 2006

    Book Reviews


  • How Animals Talk and Other Pleasant Studies of Birds and Beasts
    William Long, Bear and Co, Rochester, VT, 2005. $18.00
  • Seeking the Sacred Raven: Politics and Extinction on a Hawaiian Island
    Mark Jerome Walters, Island Press, Washington DC, 2006. $24.95
  • Before and After Getting Your Puppy: The Positive Approach to Raising a Happy, Healthy & Well-Behaved Dog
    Dr. Ian Dunbar, New World Library, Novato, CA, 2004. $19.95
  • Animal Talk: Interspecies Telepathic Communication
    Penelope Smith, Council Oak Books, Tulsa, OK, 2004. $14.95
  • Practical Iridology: Using Your Eyes to Pinpoint Your Health Risks and Your Particular Path to Wellbeing
    Peter Jackson-Main, Carroll and Brown Publishers, London, Distributed by Trafalgar Square, North Pomfret, VT, 2004. $22.95
  • The Hundred Year Lie: How Food and Medicine are Destroying Your Health
    Randal Fitzgerald, Dutton (Penguin Group), New York, NY, 2006. $24.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Aeoliah
    Realms Of Grace, An Angelic Experience Oreade Music 2005
  • Holly Near
    Show Up ~ Calico Tracks Music 2006
  • Mozart: Piano Trios
    The Florestan Trio Hyperion 2006
  • Elise Lebec
    Possible Dreams LECD 2006
  • Patricia Barber
    Mythologies Blue Note Records 2006
  • Richard Strauss
    Der Rosenkavalier Bavarian State Opera Orchestra, Carlos Kleiber Deutsche Grammophon DVD 1979/2005

Fall 2006

    Book Reviews


  • The Heart and Soul of Sex: Making the ISIS Connection
    Gina Ogden, Ph. D. ~ Trumpeter Books, Boston, MA, 2006. $22.95
  • The Secret Gateway: Modern Theosophy and the Ancient Wisdom Tradition
    Edward Abdill ~ Quest Books, Wheaton, IL, 2005. $15.95
  • Mycelium Running: How Mushrooms Can Help Save the World, Ten Speed Press
    Paul Stamets ~ Berkeley, CA, 2005. $35
  • How to Be a Perfect Stranger: The Essential Religious Etiquette Handbook
    Stuart Matlins and Arthur Magida ~ Skylight Paths Publishing, Woodstock, VT, 2006. $19.99
  • The Spirit of Gardening, Crystal Clarity
    Nancy Mair ~ Nevada City, CA, 2005. $15.00
  • The Reflexology Atlas
    Bernard Kolster M.D. and Astrid Waskowiak, M.D ~ Healing Arts Press, Rochester VT, 2005. $24.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Sangam
    Charles Lloyd, Zakir Hussain & Eric Harland ~ ECM 1976 2006
  • Compass
    Susanne Abbuehl ~ ECM 1906 2006
  • Mozart the Mason
    Jonathan Crow, Douglas McNabney & Matt Haimovitz ~ Oxingale OX2008 2006
  • Honoring
    Real Music/Real Mystic 2005
  • Trout Quintet
    Franz Schubert ~ Leopold String Trio — Paul Lewis — Graham Mitchell Hyperion 2006
  • Winterfaith
    Gary Malkin ~ Wisdom of the World 2006

Summer 2006

    Book Reviews


  • Meditation in a New York Minute: Super Calm for the Super Busy
    Mark Thornton, Sounds True Inc, Boulder CO, 2004. $12.95
  • Trigger Point Self-Care Manual: For Pain Free Movement
    Donna Finando, L.Ac., L.M.T, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2005. $18.95
  • The Fasting Handbook: Dining from an Empty Bowl
    Jeremy Safron, Celestial Arts, Berkeley, CA, 2005. $11.95
  • Vibrational Healing through the Chakras with Light, Color, Sound, Crystals, and Aromatherapy
    Joy Gardner, Crossings Press, Berkeley, CA. $18.95
  • Yoga Therapy: A Guide to the Therapeutic Use of Yoga and Ayurveda for Health and Fitness
    A.G. Mohan and Indra Mohan, Shambhala Publications, Boston, MA, 2004. $21.95
  • Sound Healing with the Five Elements: Sound Instruments, Sound Therapy, Sound Energy
    Daniel Perret, Binkey Kok, Holland (Distributed by Red Wheel/ Weiser, Boston, MA) 2005. $19.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Llama
    Sílvia Pérez Cruz & Ravid Goldschmidt, MA Recordings, 2006
  • Behmanka
    Mamadou Diabate, World Village, 2005
  • Temple Of Love
    Rasa, New Earth Records, 2006
  • Sentimento
    Omara Portuondo, Cuban Essentials, 2005
  • Nuove Musiche
    Rolfe Lislevand, ECM New Series, 2006
  • Imani Winds
    Imani Winds, Koch International Classics, 2006
  • Neighbourhood
    Manu Katché, ECM, 2005

Spring 2006

    Book Reviews


  • The Promise of Energy Psychology: Revolutionary Tools for Dramatic Personal Change
    David Feinstein, Donna Eden, and Gary Craig, Tarcher Penguin ~ New York, NY, 2005. $15.95.
  • Sounds of Freedom: Musicians on Spirituality and Social Change
    John Malkin ~ Parallax Press, Berkeley, CA, 2005. $18.00
  • Gentle Birth Choices
    Barbara Harper, RN ~ Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2005. $19.95
  • Girls Speak Out: Finding Your True Self
    Andrea Johnston ~ Celestial Arts, Berkeley, CA, 2005. $12.95
  • God Wears Lipstick: Kabbalah for Women
    Karen Berg ~ Kabbalah Centre International, New York, NY, 2005. $17.95
  • How to Use Spiritual Mind Treatment: And What to Do When It Doesn't Seem to Work
    Dianne Edleman, PhD ~ DeVorss Publications, Camarillo, CA, 2005. $10.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Del Tredici
    Theofanidis Bernstein Collection Telarc (available in CD or hybrid SACD format) 2005
  • Bobo Stenson
    Anders Jormin Paul Motian Goodbye ECM 2005
  • Pathless Journey
    Daniel Kobialka ~ Li-Sem 2004
  • Long Walk to Freedom
    Ladysmith Black Mambazo ~ Heads Up 2006
  • Margie Adam
    Margie Adam ~ Portal Pleiades Records 2005
  • Goulash!
    Matt Haimovitz ~ Oxingale Records 2005
  • Stella Maris
    Trio Mediaeval ~ ECM New Series 2005

Winter 2005

    Book Reviews


  • How to Photograph the Paranormal, Hampton Roads, Charlottesville, VA, 2005
    By Leonore Sweet, Ph.D ~ $16.95
  • Exploring Auras: Cleansing and Strengthening Your Energy Field
    By Susan Shumsky ~ ew Page Books, Franklin Lakes, NJ, 2005. $14.99
  • Curious Lives: Adventures from the Ferret Chronicles
    By Richard Bach ~ Hampton Roads, Charlottesville, VA, 2005. $15.95
  • Angel Dogs: Divine Messengers of Love
    By Allen and Linda Anderson ~ New World Library, Novato, CA, 2005. $15.95
  • The Yoga of Time Travel: How the Mind Can Defeat Time
    By Fred Alan Wolf, Ph.D ~ Quest Books, Wheaton, IL, 2004 $17.95
  • Spiritual Cinema: A Guide to Movies that Inspire, Heal and Empower Your Life
    By Stephen Simon and Gay Hendricks ~ Hay House, Carlsbad, CA, 2005 $12.95
  • The Fasting Handbook: Dining from an Empty Bowl
    By Jeremy Safron ~ Celestial Arts, Berkeley, CA, 2005 $11.95
  • Dancing at the Gate
    Dana Cunningham ~ Rocking Echo Music Productions, 2002

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Fire In The Feeling
    Terry Evans ~ Valley Entertainment 2005
  • Mozart: Piano Works
    By Richard Goode ~ Nonesuch 2005
  • Reiki Heart
    By Alberto Grollo & S. Capitanata ~ Oreade Music 2004
  • Soundings of the Planet
    By Dean Evenson ~ Eagle River 2005
  • East of the Full Moon
    By Deuter ~ New Earth Records 2005
  • Du temps & de l’instant
    By Jordi Savall and extended family ~ Alia Vox 2005
  • Air
    By Peter Kater ~ Real Music 2005

Fall 2005

    Book Reviews


  • Back in Control: How to Stay Sane, Productive and Inspired in Your Career Transition
    by Diane Grimard Wilson, Sentient Publications, Boulder CO, 2004. $16.95
  • Field Notes on the Compassionate Life: A Search for the Soul of Kindness
    by Marc Ian Barasch, Rodale, New York, NY, 2005. $24.95
  • Pronoia is the Antidote for Paranoia: How the Whole World is Conspiring to Shower You with Blessings
    by Rob Brezsny, Frog Ltd, Berkeley, CA, 2005. $19.00
  • Coyote Wisdom: The Power of Story in Healing
    by Lewis Mehl-Madrona, Bear and Company, Rochester VT, 2005. $16.00
  • The Slow Down Diet: Eating for Pleasure, Energy, and Weight Loss
    by Marc David, Healing Arts Press, Rochester VT, 2005. $14.95
  • Start Where You Are
    by Pema Chödrön, Shambhala Publications, Boston, MA, 2004. $16.95
  • Petals of Grace: Essential Teachings for Self-Mastery
    by Sai Maa Lakshmi Devi, Humanity in Unity Press, Crestone, CO, 2005. $19.95
  • Transformative Meditation: Personal and Group Practice to Access Realms of Consciousness
    by Gayle Clayton, Llewellyn Publications, St Paul, MN, 2004. $12.95
  • The Women Who Danced by the Sea: Finding Ourselves in the Stories of Our Biblical Foremothers
    by Marsha Mirkin, Monkfish Book Publishing Company, Rhinebeck, NY, 2004. $16.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • John Browne
    Music from the Eton Choirbook, Gimell CDGIM236 2005
  • Leonard Bernstein
    Peter Pan, Koch Classics 2005
  • Osdalgia
    Suenan Los Cueros, Lusafrica 2004
  • Renée Fleming
    Haunted Divas, Decca 2005
  • Lura
    Di Korpu Ku Alma, Lusafrica 2005
  • Various
    Swing Around the World, Putumayo World Music 2005
  • Gustav Mahler
    Symphony No. 8, EMI 2005

July / August 2005

    Book Reviews


  • Hiring the Heavens: A Practical Guide to Developing Working Relationships with the Spirits of Creation
    by Jean Slatter, New World LibraryNovato, CA, 2005. $12.95
  • Quantum Doctor: A Physicist’s Guide to Health and Healing
    by Amit Goswami, PhD, Hampton Roads Publishing Charlottesville, VA, 2004. $15.95
  • Meditating with Mandalas: 52 New Mandalas to Help You Grow in Peace and Awareness
    by David Fontana Duncan Baird Publishers, London, United Kingdom, 2005. $17.95
  • Shiva: The Wild God of Power and Ecstasy
    by Wolf-Dieter Storl, Inner Traditions Rochester, VT, 2004. $19.95
  • The Gift of Travel: Inspiring Stories from Around the World
    by Larry Habegger, James O’Reilly, Sean O’Reilly, Travelers’ Tales San Francisco CA, 2004. $14.95
  • Facing a World in Crisis: What Life Teaches Us in Challenging Times
    by Jiddu Krishnamurti, Shambala Publications Boston, MA, 2005. $13.95
  • Belly Dancing: The Sensual Art of Energy and Spirit
    by Pia Coluccia, Anette Paffrath, and Jean Pütz, Park Street Press Rochester, VT 2005. $19.95
  • Simply Armenian: Naturally Healthy Ethnic Cooking Made Easy
    by TBarbara Ghazarian, Mayreni Publishing Montery, CA. 2004

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Lux Aeterna
    Morten Lauridsen~Hyperion, 2005
  • MIDIval Times
    MIDIval PunditZ~Six Degrees Records, 2005
  • Uprooting
    Warsaw Village Band~World Village 2004
  • Egypt
    Youssou N’Dour~Nonesuch, 2004
  • Songs of the Auvergne
    Joseph Canteloube~Naxos, 2005
  • Dakshima
    Deva Premal~Narada, 2005
  • Want You
    Tony DeSare~Telarc, 2005

May / June 2005

    Book Reviews


  • Eastern Body, Western Mind: Psychology and the Chakra System as a Path to the Self
    by Anodea Judith, Celestial Arts Berkeley, CA, 2004. $18.95
  • Acupressure for Emotional Healing: A Self-Care Guide for Trauma, Stress and Common Emotional Imbalances
    by Michael Reed Gach and Beth Anne Henning, Bantam Books New York, NY, 2004. $20.00.
  • The Estrogen Alternative: A Guide to Natural Hormonal Balance
    by Raquel Martin and Judi Gersung, DC Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2005. $16.95
  • Hara: The Vital Center of Man, Inner Traditions
    by Karlfried Graf Durckheim Rochester, VT, 2004. $14.95.
  • Hooked: Buddhist Writings on Greed, Desire, and the Urge to Consume Stephanie Kaza, editor Shambhala
    Boston, MA, 2005. $16.95.
  • Jeffrey’s Journey
    by Debbie Jeffries and Larayne Jeffries Quick American, Oakland, CA 2005. $12.95
  • Self Hypnosis: New Tools for Deep and Lasting Transformation
    by Adam Burke, Crossings Press Berkeley, CA 2004. $14.95.
  • Warrior Mothers: Stories to Awaken the Flames of the Heart
    by Thais Mazur Rising Star Press Santa Cruz, CA, 2004.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Tales From the Incantina
    Richard Bone~Indium (www.richardbone.com), 2004
  • Dance
    Jiang Ting~MA Recordings, 2004
  • Piano Concertos 9 & 18
    Mozart~Leif Ove Andsnes, EMI 2004
  • Sumiglia
    Savina Yannatou~ECM, 2005
  • My Secret Heart
    Michael Whalen~Narada, 2005
  • The Classical Underground
    Imani Winds~Koch, 2005
  • Homenaje a Revueltas
    Ebony Band Amsterdam~Channel Classics, 2004

March / April 2005

    Book Reviews


  • Letting Go of the Person You Used to Be: Lessons on Change, Loss, and Spiritual Transformation
    by Lama Surya Das, Broadway Books New York, NY, 2003. $15.00
  • Path of Light: Stepping into Peace with A Course in Miracles
    by Robert Perry, Circle Publishing West Sedona, AZ, 2004. $16.95.
  • Naikan: Gratitude, Grace and the Japanese Art of Self-Reflection
    by Gregg Krech, Stone Bridge Press Berkeley, CA 2002. $14.95.
  • Science and the Akashic Field: An Integral Theory of Everything
    byErvin Laszlo, Inner Traditions Rochester, VT, 2004. $14.95
  • Total Palmistry: The Love Connection
    by Rafe Anderson, Red Wheel/Weiser Boston, MA, 2003. $14.00
  • Attracting Prosperity through the Chakras
    by Cyndi Dale, Crossing Press Berkeley, CA. 2004. $9.95
  • Trust Your Vibes: Secret Tools for Six-Sensory Living
    Sonia Choquette, Hay House Carlsbad, CA 2004. $23.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • TranslucenT
    Elaine Kreston & Ray Regan~www.elainekreston.com, 2004
  • Triple Concerto 1 Rondo in B flat 1 Choral Fantasy
    Beethoven~Warner Classics, 2004
  • Iaiá
    Monica Salmaso~World Village, 2004
  • Amor
    Natalie Dessay~EMI, 2004
  • St. Peter?s Gate
    Bradfield~Apsis Music, 2004
  • Pictures from the Street
    Motion Trio~Asphalt-Tango Records, 2004
  • No Boundaries
    Ladysmith Black Mambazo~Heads Up 15, 2004

January / February 2005

    Book Reviews


  • Pine Island Paradox
    by Kathleen Dean Moore, Milkweed Editions Minneapolis, MN, 2004. $20.00
  • Gardening Month by Month in New England
    by Alison Beck, Lone Pine Publishing Auburn, WA, 2004. $15.95.
  • The Earth Has a Soul: The Nature Writings of C.G. Jung
    edited by Meredith Sabini, North Atlantic Books Berkeley, CA, 2002. $18.95.
  • Venturesome Vegetarian Cooking: Bold Flavors for Meat- and Dairy-free Meals
    by J.M. Hirsh and Michelle Hirsch, Surrey Books Chicago, IL, 2004. $21.95
  • Bestfeeding: How to Breastfeed Your Baby
    by Mary Renfrew, Chloe Fisher and Suzzane Arms, Celestial Arts Berkeley, CA, 2004. $14.95.
  • The Book of Secrets: Unlocking the Hidden Dimensions of Your Life
    by Deepak Chopra, Harmony Books New York, NY 2004. $23.00

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Homentage al Misteri d’Elx
    Jordi Savall~Alia Vox, 2004
  • Healing Songs of Earth & Sky
    Chief Sonne Reyna & Steven Halpern~Inner Peace Music, 2004
  • Selwa
    Chöying Drolma & Steve Tibbetts~Six Degrees Records, 2004
  • Sueños de Amor (Dreams of Love)
    Heidi Grant Murphy & Auréole~Koch Classics, 2004
  • Firelight Moonlight
    Peter Janson~Eastern Woods Music, 2004
  • Caress/Mouda’aba
    Marcel Khalifé~Nagam Records, 2004
  • Chants, Hymns and Dances
    Gurdjieff • Tsabropoulos~ECM, 2004

November / December 2004

    Book Reviews


  • You Have the Power: Choosing Courage in a Culture of Fear
    by Frances Moore Lappe and Jeffery Perkins, Tarcher/Penguin, New York, NY, 2004. $18.95
  • Tibetan Sacred Dance: A Journey into the Religious and Folk Traditions
    By Ellen Pearlman, Inner Traditions, Rochester, VT, 2002. $29.95.
  • Matrix Healing: Discover Your Greatest Health Potential Through the Power of Kabbalah
    by Raphael Kellman, MD Harmony Books, New York, NY, 2004. $24.00
  • Better Off: Flipping the Switch on Technology
    by Eric Brende, Harper Collins, New York, NY, 2004. $24.95
  • The Spiritual Dimension of Therapeutic Touch
    by Dora Kunz with Dolores Krieger, Bear and Co, Rochester, VT, 2004. $16.00
  • The Practice of Modern Western Herbalism: Basic Doctrine, Energetics, and Classification
    by Matthew Wood, North Atlantic Books, Berkeley CA 2004. $17.95
  • Swami for Precedent: A 7-Step Plan to Heal the Body Politic and Cure Electile Dysfunction
    by Swami Beyondananda, WakeUpLaughing Press, Santa Rosa, CA, 2004. $14.95
  • True Nature: An Illustrated Journal of Four Seasons in Solitude
    by Barbara Bash, Shambhala Publications, Boston, MA, 2004. $20.00

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Bowmboï
    Rokia Traoré~Nonesuch, 2004
  • Renée Olstead
    Renée Olstead ~ Reprise, 2004
  • From Greece with Love
    Agnes Baltsa~Deutsche Grammophon, 1986
  • Mèsy
    Marlene Dorcena~Contre-Jour, 2002
  • Voices of Light
    Dawn Upshaw~Nonesuch, 2004
  • Live & Well (CD & DVD-V)
    Dolly Parton ~ Sugar Hill Records, 2004

September / October 2004

    Book Reviews


  • Yoga for Depression: A Compassionate Guide to Relieve Suffering Through Yoga
    by Amy Weintraub, Broadway Books, NY, NY 2004. $14.95
  • Dream Big: Finding the Courage to Follow Your Dreams and Laugh at Your Nightmares
    by Lisa Hammond, Conari Press, Boston, MA, 2004. $16.95
  • New Menopausal Years the Wise Woman Way
    by Susun Weed, Ash Tree Publishing, Woodstock, NY, 2002. $12.95
  • Natural Healing with Qigong: Therapeutic Qigong
    by Dr Aihan Kuhn CMD., YMAA Publication Center, Boston, MA, 2004. $15.95
  • Total Palmistry: The Love Connection
    by Rafe Anderson, Red Wheel/Weiser, Boston, MA, 2003. $14.00
  • Tai Chi Walking: A Low-Impact Path to Better Health
    by Robert Chuckrow, Ph.D., YMAA Publication Center, Boston, MA, 2002. $16.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • The Rain
    Ghazal~ECM, 2003
  • Music for Two
    Béla Fleck and Edgar Meyer~Sony, 2004
  • Lullaby
    Various~A Windham Hill Collection, 2004
  • Women of Africa
    Various~Putumayo World Music, 2004
  • Hortus Deliciarum Discantus/Brigitte lesne
    Hildegard Von Bingen~Naïve, 2003
  • Earth
    Robin Barber~Available from robinbarber.com, 2003

July / August 2004

    Book Reviews


  • The Power of Intention: Learning to Co-create Your World Your Way
    by Dr. Wayne W. Dyer, Hay House Inc., Carlsbad, CA, 2004. $24.95
  • The Food Revolution: How Your Diet Can Help Save Your Life and Our World
    John Robbins, Conari Press, York Beach, ME, 2001. $17.95
  • Karma 101: What Goes Around Comes Around…and What You Can Do About It
    by Joshua Mack, Fair Winds Press, Gloucester, MA, 2002. $12.95
  • Wabi-Sabi for Artists, Designers, Poets & Philosophers
    by Leonard Koren, Stone Bridge Press, Berkeley, CA, 1994. $14.95
  • Love in the Asylum
    by Lisa Carey, William Morrow: An Imprint of HarperCollins Publishers, New York, NY, 2004. $24.95
  • The Spiral of Memory and Belonging: A Celtic Path of Soul and Kinship
    by Frank MacEowen, New World Library, Novato, CA 2004. $14.95
  • Your Guardian Angel and You
    by Denny Sargent, Weiser Books, Boston, MA, 2004. $16.95
  • Spirit Messenger
    by Gordon Smith, Hay House Inc, Carlsbad, CA, 2004. $13.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Sapphire Days
    Ann Sweeten ~ Orange Band Records, 2002
  • Mesopotamia
    Munir Bashir ~ Le Chant du Monde, 2003
  • Song of Songs
    Ponce/Zebelman ~ Spring Hill Music, 2002
  • Earth Blue
    Deuter ~ New Earth Records, 2003
  • Aleppian Sufi Transe
    Ensemble Al Kindi/Sheikh Habboush ~ Le Chant du Monde, 2003
  • Antonio Vivaldi
    Le Concert des Nations/Jordi Savall ~ La Viola da gamba in Concerto Alia Vox, 2003

May / June 2004

    Book Reviews


  • Raising Financially Fit Kids
    by Joline Godfrey, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley, CA, 2003. $17.95
  • The Best Things Parents Do
    by Susan Isaacs Kohl, Conari Press, York Beach, ME, 2004. $14.95
  • The Journey of Tunuri and the Blue Deer: A Huichol Indian Story
    by James Endredy, Bear Cub Books, Rochester, VT, 2003. $15.95
  • How Ganesh Got His Elephant Head
    by Harish Johari and Vatsala Sperling, Bear Cub Books, Rochester, VT, 2003. $15.95
  • The Edison Gene: ADHD and the Gift of the Hunter Child
    by Thom Hartmann, Park Street Press, Rochester, VT. 2003. $20.00
  • The Magic Formula
    by Michael Roads Silver Roads Publishing, Cleveland, OH. 2003. $12.95
  • Good and Mad: Transform Anger Using Mind, Body, Soul and Humor
    by Jane Middelton-Moz, Lisa Tener and Peaco Todd, Health Communications Inc, Deerfield, Florida, 2003. $12.95
  • Arousing the Goddess: Sex and Love in the Buddhist Ruins of India
    by Tim Ward, Monkfish Book Publishing Company, Rhinebeck, NY, 1996. $16.95
  • Art & Fear: Observations On The Perils (and Rewards) of Artmaking
    by David Bayles and Ted Orland, Image Continuum Press, Santa Cruz, CA, 1993. $12.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • HipHopKhasene
    Solomon & Socalled ~ Piranha, 2003
  • Bella Terra
    Arianna Savall ~ Alia Vox, 2003
  • Sacred Tibetan Chant
    The Monks of Sherab Ling Monastery ~ Naxos World, 2003
  • Zion Roots
    Abyssinia Infinite of Harlem ~ Network, 2003
  • Namasté
    Various ~ Real Music/Real Mystic, 2003
  • Entre Amigos/Among Friends
    Rosa Passos & Ron Carter ~ Chesky Records, 2003
  • Obrigado Brazil Live in Concert
    Yo-Yo Ma ~ Sony, 2004

March / April 2004

    Book Reviews


  • Waking Up the Karma Fairy: Life Lessons and Other Holy Adventures
    by Meg Barnhouse, Skinner House Books, Boston, MA. 2004. $12.00
  • The Televisionary Oracle
    by Rob Brezsny, Frog Ltd, Berkeley, CA. 2000. $16.95
  • Winter: A Spiritual Biography of the Season
    Edited by Gary Schmidt and Susan Felch, Skylight Paths Publishing, Woodstock, VT. 2003. $18.95
  • Four Steps to True Wealth
    by Christopher T. Wood, Xlibris, Philadelphia, PA. 2002. $20.99
  • Never Far From Home: Stories From the Radio Pulpit
    by Carl Scovel, Skinner House Books, Boston, MA, 2004. $16.00
  • How to Be Good
    by Nick Hornby, Riverbend Books, New York, NY, 2001. $13.00

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Wintersongs
    Kitka ~ Diaphonica, 2003
  • Solace
    Michael Hoppé ~ Spring Hill Music. 2003
  • Picture Dreams
    Riley Lee & Satsuki Odamura ~ New World Music, 2003
  • Moon Water
    Cloud Gate Dance Theater of Harlem ~ Arthaus DVD-Video, 2000
  • The Magic of Healing Music
    Bruce & Brian BecVar ~ Shining Star Music, 1997
  • Love Songs
    Arleen Auger ~ Delos, 1992
  • Breath of Prayers III
    Ej Mills Brennan ~ Available from cdbaby.com, 2003

January / February 2004

    Book Reviews


  • Healing the War Between the Genders: The Power of the Soul-Centered Relationship
    by Linda Marks, HeartPower Press, Boston, MA. 2004. $20
  • Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life
    by Byron Katie with Stephen Mitchell. Harmony Press (hardcover, 2002. $24). Three Rivers Press (paperback available Dec., 2003. $15).
  • Let Go, Let Miracles Happen
    by Kathy Cordova, Conari Press, Boston, MA. 2003. $14.95.
  • How to Be Cherished: A Guide to Having the Love You Desire.
    by Marilyn Graman & Maureen Walsh, Life Works Books. New York, NY. 2004. $22.95.
  • Spiritual Bathing: Healing Rituals and Traditions from Around the World.
    by Rosita Arvigo and Nadine Epstein, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley, CA. 2004. $24.95.
  • Prayer/Meditation Calendar 2004
    by Truth Consciousness Publishing, Tucson, AZ 2003 $13.00.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Crystal Bowl Healing
    Steven Halpern ~ Inner Peace Music 2003.
  • Ikon Of Eros
    Sir John Tavener ~ Minnesota Orchestra And Chorale, Paul Goodwin, cond. Reference Recordings 2003.
  • Dances of Ecstasy
    Gabrielle Roth ~ Opus Arte DVD 2003.
  • The Great Stupa
    Various Artists ~ Sound & Silence 2003.
  • Reflections of Faerie
    Gary Stadler ~ Sequoia Records 2003.
  • The Spirit of Yoga
    Ben Leinbach ~ Real Music 2003.

November / December 2003

    Book Reviews


  • Learning Their Language: Intuitive Communication with Animals and Nature
    by Marta Williams, New World Library, Novato, CA. 2003. $14.95.
  • The Wicca Herbal: Recipes, Magick, and Abundance
    by Jamie Wood, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley, CA. 2003. $21.95
  • What Animals Can Teach Us About Spirituality: Inspiring Lessons from Wild and Tame Creatures
    by Diana L. Guerrero, Skylight Paths Publishing, Woodstock, VT. 2003. $16.95
  • Out on a Leash: Exploring the Nature of Reality and Love
    by Shirley MacLaine, Simon and Schuster, New York, NY. 2003. $23.95
  • Past Lives, Dreams and Soul Travel
    by Harold Klemp, Eckankar Books, Minneapolis, MN. 2003. $14.00
  • Islam 101: Ultimate Guide to Understanding Islam
    by Javed Mohammed, Pyramid Connections, Milpitas, CA. 2003. $9.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • The Greatest of Ease
    Kate Callahan ~ Rarity Records, 2003
  • My First Christmas With You
    Jim Wilson ~ MMII Hillsboro, 2003
  • Asana Sangit: Music for Yoga & Rejuvenation
    Mark Biehl ~ Acuity Soundworks, 2003
  • Light Blue Sun
    Lili Haydn ~ Arista Associated Labels, 2003

September / October 2003

    Book Reviews


  • Drawing Closer to Nature: Making Art in Dialogue with the Natural World
    By Peter London, Shambhala, Boston, MA. 2003. $15.95.
  • Echoes in Hemlock Gorge: An American Sequence for the New Millennium
    By Douglas Worth, Higganum Hill Books, Higganum, CT. 2003. $12.95.
  • Brave Hearts Rebel Spirits: True Stories and Tools for Activism You Can Believe In
    by Brooke Shelby Biggs, conceived by Anita Roddick, Anita Roddick Books, West Sussex, England. 2003. $18.95.
  • Shinto Meditations for Revering the Earth
    By Stuart D.B. Picken, Stonebridge Press, Berkeley CA. 2002. $12.95.
  • Talking with Nature • Journey into Nature
    By Michael J. Roads, New World Library, Novato CA. 2003. $16.95.
  • Lightning: The Nature of Leadership
    by Bob Scher with photographs by Jane English, Codhill Press, New Paltz, NY. 2002. $19.95.
  • North of Quabbin Revisited
    By Allen Young, Haley’s, Athol MA. 2002. $22.95.
  • The Shifting Shroud: And So It Begins...
    By Cynthia C. Whitehouse, Moontress Press. Marquette MI. 2003.

July / August 2003

    Book Reviews


  • Return of the Revolutionaries: The Case for Reincarnation and Soul Groups Reunited
    by Walter Semkiw M.D. a.k.a. John Adams, Hampton Roads Publishing Company, Charlottesville VA, 2003.
  • Healing Through the Dark Emotions: The Wisdom of Grief, Fear, and Despair
    by Miriam Greenspan, Shambhala, Boston MA. 2003, $23.95
  • Instinct for Freedom: Finding Liberation Through Living
    by Alan Clements, New World Library, Novato CA, 2002, $22.95.
  • Living the Japanese Arts & Ways: 45 Paths to Meditation & Beauty
    by H.E. Davey, Stone Bridge Press, Berkeley CA, 2003, $18.95.
  • Spiritual Adventures: A Traveler’s Guide to Extraordinary Vacations
    by Stephanie Ocko, Citadel Press, Kensington Publishing Corp. NY, 2003.
  • The Old Girls’ Book of Spells: The Real Meaning of Menopause, Sex, Car Keys and Other Important Stuff
    by Cal Garrison, Red Wheel, Boston MA/York ME, 2002.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • My Music for Massage
    Oreade Music 2001
  • Pure Joy
    Russel Walder ~ Real Music 2002
  • Brink
    Dave Stringer ~ Laxmi 2002
  • A Soul Revolution: Compilation CD #4
    SoulFest 2003 ~ New Sound, 2003

May / June 2003

    Book Reviews


  • Hannah’s Gift: Lessons from a Life Fully Lived
    by Maria Housden, Bantam, NY, 2002, $17.95.
  • Alignments: How to Live in Harmony with the Universe
    by Laurence Hillman and Donna Spencer, Lantern Books, New York, 2002, $15.
  • T’ai Chi Chuan Yang Style Short Form Videotape with Master Ming Wu
    Sun Garden Health Publication Center, Maynard MA 01754. 2002. ($24.95 includes tax & shipping).
  • Going on Being: Buddhism and the Way of Change
    by Mark Epstein, M.D., Broadway Books, NY, 2001, $13.95.
  • The Playful Way to Knowing Yourself: A Creative Workbook to Inspire Self-Discovery
    by Roberta Allen, Houghton Mifflin, Boston, NY, 2003, $14.
  • Present Moment Awareness: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide to Living in the Now
    by Shannon Duncan, New World Library, Novato CA, 2003, $17.95.
  • Profound Healing: The Power of Acceptance and the Path to Wellness
    by Cheryl Canfield, Healing Arts Press, Rochester VT, 2003, $16.95.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Sacred Heart Meditation and Releasing Loss, Grief and Sadness
    The Energy of Life Sound Series® ~ The Way to Balance/ Energy of Life Productions, 2002
  • Highway of Dreams
    Pamela Ruby Russell ~ Rubytunes Productions, 2001
  • An Ancient Journey
    Kitaro ~ Domo 2002
  • Vedic Chants for Universal Peace and Well-Being
    Agnihotra Shantipath Mantra ~ Oreade Music 2001

March / April 2003

    Book Reviews


  • Architects of Peace: Visions of Hope in Words and Images
    by Michael Collopy, New World Library, Novato CA, 2000, $24.95.
  • Radical Therapy: Surrender to Love and Heal Yourself in Seven Sessions (Not Seven Years)
    by Allen L. Roland, Ph.D., Origin Press, Novato CA, 2002, $19.95
  • Vegetarian Cooking for Starters: Simple and Techniques for Health & Vitality
    by Blanche Agassy McCord, Crystal Clarity Publishers, Nevada City, CA, 2002, $9.95.
  • In Search of Grace: A Religious Outsider’s Journey Across America’s Faith
    by Kristin Hahn, William Morrow/HarperCollins, NY, 2002, $24.95
  • Blue Road to Atlantis
    by Jay Nussbaum, Warner Books, NY, 2002, $16.95.
  • Neither Wolf Nor Dog: On Forgotten Roads with An Indian Elder
    by Kent Nerburn, New World Library, Novato CA, 2002 (1994), $15.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Windwater Excursions
    David Belmont ~ WindWater Productions, 2002
  • Women Composers: Romantic to Ragtime
    Judith Alstadter ~ Minnewaska Chamber Music Society Productions
  • Dancing at the Gate
    Dana Cunningham ~ Rocking Echo Music Productions, 2002
  • Dragon
    The Brad Upton Quartet ~ Independent, 2002

January / February 2003

    Book Reviews


  • The Art and Science of Raja Yoga: Philosophy, Meditation, Postures, Diet, Breathing Routines, Health
    by Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters), Crystal Clarity Publishers, Nevada City CA, 2002, $24.95
  • Mastering Reiki: A Practicing and Teaching Primer
    by John Tompkins, Jr. Llewellyn Publications, St. Paul MN, 2002, $14.95
  • The Last Barrier: A Journey into the Essence of Sufi Teachings
    by Reshad Feild, Lindisfarne Books, Great Barrington MA, 2002 (1976), $16.
  • A Marriage Made in Heaven: How to Find and Keep a Spiritually Satisfying Relationship
    by Vatsala and Ehud Sperling, Ten Speed Press, Berkeley CA, 2000, $16.95
  • The Chronic Pain Solution: Your Personal Path to Pain Relief
    by James N. Dillard, M.D., D.C., C.Ac. with Leigh Ann Hirschman, Bantam NY, 2002, $24.95
  • The Field: The Quest for the Secret Force of the Universe
    by Lynne McTaggart, HarperCollins, NY, 2002, $24.95.
  • Timepeace for the Year 2003
    Compiled by Patricia Burke, Earthsong Calendar Company, Marlboro, MA. www.earthsongyoga.com. $10.50 plus $3 shipping.
  • Weaving the Story 2003 Mayan Calendar
    Compiled by International Mayan League, 11 Cider Mill Rd., Weston, VT 05161. Email: imlusa@sover.net. $10

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Tibetan Freedom Chants
    Ven Bhagdro with Chris Michell and the Nuns of Drapchi prison ~ Oread Music, 2001
  • Invisible Borders II
    Selected Artists ~ Aria Music & Entertainment, 1998
  • Journey to Spiritual Awakening
    Vicky Thompson ~ Independent label, 2002
  • Scribblings and Every Step of the Way
    Matthew Zachary ~ Indie, 2001

November / December 2002

    Book Reviews


  • Radical Spirit: Spiritual Writings from the Voices of Tomorrow
    Edited by Stephen Dinan, New World Library, Novato CA, 2002 $26.50
  • Animal Voices: Telepathic Communication in the Web of Life
    by Dawn Baumann Brunke, Bear & Co., Rochester VT, 2002, $15.
  • The ‘03 Lunar Calendar: Dedicated to the Goddess in Her Many Guises
    (27th edition) Edited by Nancy FW Passmore, Luna Press, Boston, 2002, $23.00. www.thelunapress.com

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Time Passes By
    Ann Rachel ~ Indy Productions, 2000
  • A Loss for Words: Acoustic Instrumental Expressions
    Steven Coon ~ Steven Coon
  • Moai
    Monica Ramos ~ Climate Productions, 2002
  • The Man Who Planted Trees
    Paul Winter Consort ~ Earth Music Productions, 1990
  • Circle of Fire
    Benjy Wertheimer ~ Benjy Wertheimer Productions

September / October 2002

    Book Reviews


  • What We Learned in the Rainforest: Business Lessons from Nature
    by Tachi Kiuchi and Bill Shireman, Berret-Koehler Publishers, Inc., San Francisco CA, 2002, $27.95.
  • Dirt Farmer Wisdom
    by Jojo Jensen, Red Wheel/Weiser, Boston MA, 2002, $12.95
  • Alligator Blues
    by Beckon, Spirit Roots Publishing, Santa Rosa, CA, 2001, $14.95.
  • Inside Tai Chi: Hints, Tips, Training & Process for Students and Teachers
    by John Loupos, YMAA Publication Ctr., Boston MA, 2002, $20.95.
  • Earthwalks for Body and Spirit: Exercises to Restore Our Sacred Bond with the Earth
    by James Endredy, Bear & Co., Rochester VT, 2002.
  • Nuevo Flamenco Romancero
    Eric Hansen ~ Neurodisc, 2002

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Inner Works
    Peter Kater ~ Source Music, 2002
  • Snake Charmer
    Al Robinson ~ Al Robinson Productions, 2002
  • Angels in the Myst
    Sheryl ~ Araxis 3 Productions, 2001
  • Chant & Forgiveness: A Huna Odyssey
    Belinda Farrell ~ Farrell Productions 2001

July / August 2002

    Book Reviews


  • The Wise Earth Speaks to Your Spirit: 52 Ways to Find Your Soul Voice through Journal Writing
    by Fourth Edition, Revised and Updated by Robert S. Ivker, D.O., Tarcher/Putnam, New York, 2000, $13.95.
  • Twilight Goddess: Spiritual Feminism and Feminine Spirituality
    by Thomas Cleary and Sartaz Aziz, Shambhala, Boston MA, 2002. $17.95.
  • Return of the Children of Light: Incan and Mayan Prophecies for a New World
    by Judith Bluestone Polich, Bear & Co., Rochester VT, 2001, $14.
  • Elderwoman: Reap the Wisdom, Feel the Power, Embrace the Joy
    by Marian Van Eyk McCain, Findhorn Press, Scotland UK, 2002, $15.95.
  • Dare to Lose: 4 Simple Steps to a Better Body
    by Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., CNS, FACN, Avery/Penguin Putnam, NY, 2002, $24.95
  • She Flies Without Wings: How Horses Touch a Woman’s Soul
    by Mary D. Midkiff, Delta/Dell/Random House, NY, 2001, $13.95.
  • Every Day Tao: Self-Help in the Here and Now
    by Leonard Willoughby, Weiser Books, Boston MA/York Beach, ME, 2001, $19.95.
  • The Wonder of Presence and the Way of Meditative Inquiry
    by Toni Packer, Shambhala, Boston, MA, 2002, $12.95.
  • Get a Grip: A Take-Charge Approach to Living with Arthritis
    by Amye Leong with Joe Layden, Tarcher Putnam, NY, 2002, $23.95.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • PULSE, MUSIC FROM THE HOME PLANET
    SOZRA ~ Starcella Records, 2001, sozra@pipeline.com
  • SNOWS OF KILIMANJARO
    MEDWYN GOODALL ~ New World Music, 2002
  • MELODY
    DAWNA HAMMERS ~ New Clear Music, 2002
  • TILL MORNING'S LIGHT
    MONICA HATCH ~ The Hatchery, 2001
  • FINDING OUR WAY HOME
    PENDRAGON ~ Riverfolk Productions, 2001

May / June 2002

    Book Reviews


  • Sinus Survival: The Holistic Treatment for Allergies, Colds and Sinusitis
    by Fourth Edition, Revised and Updated by Robert S. Ivker, D.O., Tarcher/Putnam, New York, 2000, $13.95.
  • Pilates on the Ball: The World's Most Popular Workout Using the Exercise Ball
    by Colleen Craig, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2001, $18.95.
  • The Raw Life: Becoming Natural in an Unnatural World
    by Paul Nison, 343 Publishing, NY; (www.rawlife.com), 2000, $19.95.
  • The Only Menopause Guide You'll Need
    by Michele Moore, M.D., Johns Hopkins University Press, Baltimore, MD, 2000, $14.95.
  • Buddhist Healing Tools: A Self-Care Program for Pain Relief and Wellness
    by Ming-Sun Yen, M. D., Joseph Chiang, M.D., and Myrna Louison Chen, Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2001, $19.95.

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • BEST OF THE MUSIC OF ENYA
    TALIESIN ORCHESTRA THREAD OF TIME ~ Compendia Music Group, 2002
  • KALEIDOSCOPE
    JEFFREY MICHAEL ~ Fireheart Music, 2002
  • SUN PALACE INTO HEAVEN
    ANDRIETTE REDMANN ~ Drake Entertainment, 2002
  • BAMBO
    KAZU MATSUI ~ Narada, 2002

March / April 2002

    Book Reviews


  • The Holy Order of Water: Healing Earth's Waters and Ourselves
    By William E. Marks, Bell Pond Books, Great Barrington MA, 2001, $18
  • The Botany of Desire: A Plant's-Eye View of the World
    By Michael Pollan, Random House NY, 2001, $24.95
  • Spectacular Container Plants: How To Grow Dramatic Flowers for Your Patio, Sunroom, Windowsill and Outdoor Spaces
    By Byron E. Martin and Laurelyn G. Martin, Willow Creek, Minocqua, WI, 2001, $35
  • Cultivating Delight: A Natural History of My Garden
    By Diane Ackerman, HarperCollins NY, 2001, $25
  • Headache Survival: The Holistic Medical Treatment Program for Migraine, Tension and Cluster Headaches
    By Robert S. Ivker, D.O. with Todd Nelson, N.D., Tarcher/Putnam, NY, 2002, $14.95
  • Get Off the Menopause Roller Coaster: Natural Solutions for Mood Swings, Hot Flashes, Fatigue, Anxiety, Depression & Other Symptoms
    By Shari Lieberman, Ph.D., Avery/Penguin Putnam, NY, 2000, $13.95
  • The Sexual Teachings of the White Tigress: Secrets of the Female Taoist Masters
    By Hsi Lai, Destiny Books, Rochester VT, 2001, $19.95
  • Sacred Contracts: Awakening Your Divine Potential
    By Caroline Myss, Harmony Books NY, 2001, $25
  • The Places That Scare You: A Guide to Fearlessness in Difficult Times
    By Pema Chodron, Shambhala, Boston MA, 2001

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Desert Shaman
    Davide Ravasio ~ Xquisite Planet, Oreade Music, 2001
  • Flowers
    Kevin Kendle ~ New World Music, 2002
  • Moai
    Monica Ramos ~ Climate, 2001
  • Native Brotherhood
    Ruben Romero, Robert Tree Cody ~ New Earth Records, 2001

January / February 2002

    Book Reviews


  • Let's All Get Well Soon: An Exploration of Health Perspectives
    Channeled by Réné Gaudette, Edited by Lee Anne Nicholson, The Wonders Press Inc., Ontario, Canada, 2001, $16.95
  • Good Life, Good Death: Tibetan Wisdom on Reincarnation
    By Rimpoche Nawang Gehlek, Riverhead Books NY, 2001, $23.95
  • Thou Art That: Transforming Religious Metaphor
    By Joseph Campbell, edited by Eugene Kennedy, Ph.D., New World Library, Novato CA, 2001 $20
  • Evidence From Beyond: An Insider's Guide to the Wonders of Heaven and Life in the New Millennium, received from theologian A.D. Mattson through clairvoyant Margaret
    Edited by Ruth Mattson Taylor, Brett Books NY, 1999
  • A Simple Monk: Writings on His Holiness the Dalai Lama
    Edited by Tom Morgan, photographs by Alison Wright. Tibet House/New World Library, Novato CA, 2001, $35

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • House of Guitars
    Ed Gerhard ~ Virtue Records, 2001
  • Salvation Street
    J.P. Jones ~ Vision Company Records, 2001
  • Liquid Mind V: Serenity
    Chuck Wild ~ Chuck Wild Records, 2001
  • The First People
    Bushmen Qwii ~ Arc Music Productions, 1999, www.arcmusic.co.uk
  • Sufi
    Al Gromer Khan ~ New Earth Records, 2000
  • Prophecy of the Eagle and the Condor
    Tito La Rosa with Mary Youngblood ~ Silver Wave Records, 2001

November / December 2001

    Book Reviews


  • Sweeping Changes: Discovering the Joy of Zen in Everyday Tasks
    by Gary Thorp ~ Broadway Books, NY, 2001, $10.95
  • The Barn at the End of the World: The Apprenticeship of a Quaker, Buddhist Shepherd
    Mary Rose O\'Reilley ~ Milkweed Editions, Minneapolis MN, 2001, $15.95
  • The Love They Lost: Living with the Legacy of Our Parents' Divorce
    Stephanie Staal ~ Delta/Random House NY, 2001, $13.95
  • The Indigo Children: The New Kids Have Arrived
    Lee Carroll and Jan Tober ~ Hay House, Carlsbad CA, 1999, $13.95
  • Beauty Feng Shui: Chinese Techniques of Unveiling Your Inner Beauty
    Chao-Hsiu Chen ~ Destiny Books, Rochester VT, 2000, $14.95
  • The Healing Secrets of Food: A Practical Guide for Nourishing Body, Mind, and Soul
    Deborah Kesten ~ New World Library, Novato CA, 2001, $14.95
  • The InterGalactic Café: An Energy Guide to the Care and Feeding of Your Light Body
    Zho-De-Rah and Zon-O-Ray ~ Weiser, York Beach ME, 2001, $16.95
  • The Wonders: The Defining Statements of Existence
    Channeled through Rene Gaudette with Maggie McGuffin-Gaudette ~ Light Technology Publishing, Flagstaff, AZ, 2001, $14.95
  • A Hundred Ways to Sunday
    Robin Rice ~ Be Who You Are Press, Riva MD, 2001, $13.95
  • A Course of Love
    Presented by Mari Perron and Dan Odegard ~ New World Library, Novato CA., 2001, $24.95

September / October 2001

    Book Reviews


  • How Long Till My Soul Gets It Right? 100 Doorways on the Journey to Happiness
    Robert M. Alter with Jane Alter ~ HarperCollins, NY, 2000, $14
  • Lunchtime Enlightenment: Modern Meditations to Free the Mind and Unleash the Sprit - at Work, at Home, at Play
    Pragito Dove ~ Viking Compass, NY, 2001, $22.95
  • Mastery of Awareness: Living the Agreements
    Dona Bernadette Vigil with Arlene Broska ~ Bear &Company, Rochester, VT, 2001, $14
  • Getting Real: 10 Truth Skills You Need to Live an Authentic Life
    Susan Campbell, Ph.D. ~ HJ Kramer/New World Library, Novato, CA, 2001, $14.95
  • God/Goddess the Astrologer: Soul, Karma and Reincarnation - How We Continually Create Our Own Destiny
    Jeffrey Armstrong ~ Torchlight Publishing, Badger, CA 2001, $16.95
  • Meditation is Boring? Putting Life in Your Spiritual Practice
    Linda Johnsen ~ Himalayan Institute Press, Honesdale, PA, 2000, $13.95
  • My Lover, Myself: Self-Discovery Through Relationship
    David Kantor, Ph.D. ~ Riverhead Books, NY, 1999, $12.95
  • All About Love: New Visions
    bell hooks ~ William Morrow, 2000, NY, $22
  • Love and the World: A Guide to Conscious Soul Practice
    Robert Sardello ~ Lindisfarne Books, Great Barrington, MA, 2001, $16.95
  • Extraordinary Times, Extraordinary Beings: Experiences of an American Diplomat with Maitreya and the Masters of Wisdom
    Wayne S. Peterson ~ Emergence Press, Henderson, NV, 2001, $15
  • Ethics for the New Millennium
    The Dalai Lama ~ Riverhead/Penguin, Putnam, NY, $24.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Panorhythmica
    Chasm ~ Sticks & Stones Music, 2000
  • Egypticat
    Patrick Hadley ~ Abracadabra Music Corp., 2001
  • Reiki Whale Song
    Kamal ~ New Earth Records, 2001
  • Vision of Peace: The Art of Ravi Shankar
    Ravi Shankar ~ Universa Classics-Deutsche Grammophon, 2001
  • Enough Rope
    Jonell Mosser ~ Siren Songs, 2001
  • Percussive Voices
    Brian Melick ~ Hudson Valley Records, 2001

July / August 2001

    Book Reviews


  • Toward a Psychology of Awakening: Buddhism, Psychotherapy, and the Path of Personal and Spiritual Transformation
    John Welwood ~ Shambhala, Boston MA, 2000, $26.95
  • Inner Gardening: Four Seasons of Cultivating the Soil and the Spirit
    Diane Dreher ~ HarperCollins, NY, 2001, $25
  • Radical Acts of Love: How Compassion Is Transforming Our World
    Susan Skog ~ Hazelden, Center City MN, 2001, $21.95
  • Awaken to Superconsciousness : How to Use Meditation for Inner Peace, Intuitive Guidance, and Greater Awareness
    J. Donald Walters ~ (Crystal Clarity Publishers, Nevada City CA, 2000, $19.95; companion audiotape, \"Meditations to Awaken Superconsciousness: Guided Meditations on the Light,\" $10.95)
  • Start Where You Are: A Guide to Compassionate Living
    Pema Chodron ~ Shambhala, Boston MA, 1994, $12.95
  • Lunchtime Enlightenment: Modern Meditations to free the Mind and Unleash the Sprit - at Work, at Home, at Play
    Pragito Dove ~ Viking Compass, NY, 2001, $22.95
  • A Still Small Voice: A Psychic's Guide to Awakening Intuition
    Echo Bodine ~ New World Library, Novato CA, 2001, $12.95
  • The Power of Love to Transform Our Lives and Our World
    June Singer ~ Nicholas-Hayes, York Beach, ME, 2000, $18.95
  • Radical Joy: Awakening Your Potential for True Fulfillment
    Todd Evan Pressman, Ph.D. ~ Kensington Books, NY, 1999, $12
  • What Is Tao?
    Alan Watts ~ New World Library, Novato CA., 2000, $9.95
  • What Is Zen?
    Alan Watts ~ New World Library, Novato CA., 2000, $9.95
  • How Long Till My Soul Gets It Right? 100 Doorways on the Journey to Happiness
    Robert M. Alter with Jane Alter ~ HarperCollins, NY, 2000, $14
  • Embracing Heaven & Earth: The Liberation Teachings of Andrew Cohen
    Moksha Press, Lenox MA, 2000, $14.95; The Five Fundamental Tenets of Enlightenment [companion audio tape], $10.95
  • No Word for Time: The Way of the Algonquin People
    Evan T. Pritchard ~ Council Oak Books, San Francisco CA, 2001, $12.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Nature Space
    Sambodhi Prem ~ Global Suitcase Recordings, 2001
  • Before Their Time: Memorial Songs and Music, Vol.1
    Music International, 2000
  • Sometimes From Here
    Peter Janson ~ Eastern Woods Music, 2001
  • Qi: Earth Rhythm
    Gregor Theelen ~ Oreade Music, 2001
  • Serene
    Aeoliah ~ Oreade Music, 2000
  • Briefly noted...

May / June 2001

    Book Reviews


  • The Wisdom of Menopause: Creating Physical and Emotional Health and Healing During the Change
    Christiane Northrup, M.D. Bantam, 2001, $27.95.
  • Goddesses in Older Women: Archetypes in Women Over Fifty
    Jean Shinoda Bolen, M.D. HarperCollins NY, 2001, $25.
  • Goddess of 5th Avenue
    Carol Simone ~ Hayden Publishing, San Francisco CA, 2001, $22.
  • Parenting Begins Before Conception: A Guide to Preparing Your Body, Mind and Spirit for You and Your Future Child
    Carista Luminare-Rosen, Ph.D. ~ Healing Arts Press, Rochester, VT, 2000, $16.95.
  • Reclaiming the Spirituality of Birth: Healing for Mothers and Babies
    Benig Mauger ~ Healing Arts Press, Rochester VT, 2000, $14.95.
  • Still Life with Rice
    Helie Lee ~ Touchstone Books, 1997, $13.
  • Teen Astrology: The Ultimate Guide to Making Your Life Your Own
    M.J. Abadie ~ Bindu Books, Rochester, VT, 2001, $14.95
  • What Is Tao?
    Alan Watts ~ New World Library, Novato, CA, 2000. $9.95
  • What Is Zen?
    Alan Watts ~ New World Library, Novato CA., 2000, $9.95
  • The Diamond Cutter: The Buddha on Strategies for Managing Your Business and Your Life
    Geshe Michael Roach Doubleday NY, 2000, $21.95
  • Seven Stages of Money Maturity: Understanding the Spirit and Value of Money in Your Life
    George Kinder Dell/Random House NY, 1999, $12.95
  • Creating True Prosperity
    Shakti Gawain New World Library, Novato CA, 1997, $12.95

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Music From a Painted Cave
    Robert Mirabal with the Rare Tribal Mob ~ Silver Wave Records, 2001, www.silverwave.com
  • Worldbeat - Brazil
    Jack Jezzro and David Lyndon Huff ~ Green Hill Classics, 2000, 800-972-5900
  • Essence of Magic
    Medwyn Goodall ~ New World Music Ltd, 2001
  • Prayer For Peace
    Various Artists ~ Silver Wave Records, 2001, www.silverwave.com
  • The Nature of Music
    Compiled by Maureen McCarthy Draper ~ b&m Books & Music, Spring Hill, 2000, springhillmedia.com
  • Just a mention...

March / April 2001

    Book Reviews


  • And The Wolves Howled: Fragments of Two Lifetimes
    Barbro Karlen ~ Clairview Books, London, UK, 2000, $18.95
  • Waking Up Eve
    Darci Knowles ~ Jupiter Brahms, Portsmith, NH, 2001, $15.95
  • Does the Soul Survive? A Jewish Journey to Belief in Afterlife, Past Lives, and Living with Purpose
    Rabbi Elie Kaplan Spitz ~ Jewish Lights Publishing, Woodstock, VT, 2000, $21.95 (800-962-4544)
  • Sacred Quest: The Evolution and Future of the Human Soul
    L. Robert Keck ~ Chrysalis Books, West Chester, PA, 2000, $24.95
  • Mining the Soul: From the Inside Out
    Robin Robertson ~ Nicolas-Hays/Weiser Books, York Beach ME, 2000, $18.95
  • Dancing in the Flames: The Dark Goddess in the Transformation of Consciousness
    Marion Woodman and Elinor Dickson Shambhala, Boston MA, 1997, $14
  • The Four Agreements Companion Book: Using the Four Agreements to Master the Dream of Your Life
    don Miguel Ruiz ~ Amber-Allen Publishing, San Rafael, CA, 2000, $14
  • The Bhagavad Gita: A Walkthrough for Westerners
    Jack Hawley ~ New World Library, Novato CA, 2001, $16.95
  • The Hoop and the Tree: A Compass for Finding a Deeper Relationship with All Life
    Chris Hoffman ~ Council Oak Books, San Francisco, CA, 2000, $14.95
  • The Dreaming Girl
    Roberta Allen ~ Painted Leaf Press, NY, 2000, $12.95
  • Licks of Love
    John Updike ~ Knopf, NY, 2000, $25
  • The Tiniest Acorn: A Story to Grow By
    Marsha Danzig ~ Frederick Fell Publishers, Inc., Hollywood FL, 1999, $12.95
  • Thunder and Lightning: Cracking Open the Writer's Craft
    Natalie Goldberg ~ Bantam Books, NY, 2000, $24.95
  • The Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book that Changes Lives
    Dan Millman ~ HJ Kramer/New World Library, Novato CA, (1980; reissued: 2000), $12.95

January / February 2001

    Book Reviews


  • Star Ancestors: Indian Wisdomkeepers Share the Teachings of the Extraterrestrials
    Destiny Books, Rochester VT, 2000, $29.95
  • Where God Lives: The Science of the Paranormal and How Our Brains Are Linked to the Universe
    Dr. Melvin Morse ~ Cliff Street Books/HarperCollins, NY, 2000, $22
  • Channeling: What It Is and How To Do It
    Lisa de Alberdi ~ Samuel Weiser, York Beach, ME, 2000, $12.95
  • The New Millennium Edition of The Life Your Were Born to Live: A Guide to Finding Your Life Purpose
    Dan Millman ~ HJ Kramer, Tiburon, CA, 1993, $14.95
  • How to Read Your Astrological Chart: Aspects of the Cosmic Puzzle
    Donna Cunningham ~ Samuel Weiser, Inc., York, Me., 1999, $12.95
  • The Complete Astrological Handbook for the Twenty-first Century
    Anistatia R. Miller and Jared M. Brown ~ Schocken Books, NY, 1999, $19.95
  • Saturn in Transit & Retrograde Planets (respectively)
    Erin Sullivan ~ Samuel Weiser, Inc., York, ME., 2000, $16.95 & $18.95 (respectively)
  • The Astrological Neptune and the Quest for Redemption
    Liz Greene ~ Samuel Weiser, York, ME, 2000, $19.95
  • Healing Signs: The Astrological Guide to Wholeness and Well-Being
    Ronnie Gale Dreyer ~ Doubleday, NYC, NY, 2000, $12.95
  • Tarot and the Journey of the Hero
    Hajo Banzhaf ~ Samuel Weiser, Inc., York Beach, ME, 2000, $19.95
  • Learn How to Read Tarot in an Hour & 12 Step Tarot (respectively)
    Listen and Learn thes Series, Jupiter Press, Inc., 2000, $9.95 and $10.95 (respectively)

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Baba Yaga
    Annbjorg Lien ~ Northside, 2000. www.noside.com
  • La Fee Verte
    Dreamchild ~ Dreamchild, 2000. 955 Mass Ave., Cambridge, MA 02139. www.dreamchildmusic.com
  • Enamoured
    Bella Sonus ~ Neurodisc, 2000. 3801 N. University Dr., Ste. 403, Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33351. www.neurodisc.com
  • Alchemy Through Dreams
    Mortal Loom ~ Delvian Records, 2000. www.gatemusic.com/mortalloom
  • Goddess Chant - Sacred Pleasure
    Shawna Carol ~ Ladyslipper Music, P.O. Box 3124, Durham, NC 27715. www.Goddesschant.com
  • Sacred Moon
    Native Passions Series ~ Allegro Music, 2000. www.allegro-music.com

November / December 2000

    Book Reviews


  • Path to the Soul
    Ashok Bedi ~ Samuel Weiser, Inc., York, ME, 2000, $16.95
  • Yoga: Mastering the Basics
    by Sandra Anderson and Rolf Sovik, Psy.D ~ The Himalayan Institute Press, Honesdale, PA, 2000, $24.95
  • A Yoga of Indian Classical Dance: The Yogini's Mirror
    Roxanne Kamayani Gupta, Ph.D. ~ Inner Traditions, Rochester, VT, 2000, $25
  • The Mystic Heart: Discovering a Universal Spirituality in the World's Religions
    Wayne Teasdale ~ New World Library, Novato, CA, 1999, $23.95
  • Dreaming the Council Ways: True Native Teachings from the Red Lodge
    Ohky Simine Forest ~ Samuel Weiser, Inc., York ME, 2000, $18.95
  • The Four Agreements: A Toltec Wisdom Book
    Don Miguel Ruiz ~ Amber-Allen Publishing, San Rafael, CA, 1997, $12.95
  • The Essential Chogyam Trungpa
    edited by Carolyn Rose Gimian, Shambhala, 1999, $14
  • The Art of Spiritual Warfare: A Guide to Lasting Inner Peace Based on Sun Tzu's The Art of War
    Grant Schnarr ~ Quest Books, Wheaton, IL, 2000, $15
  • The Spiritual Teachings of Marcus Aurelius
    Mark Forstater ~ HarperCollins, 2000, $18
  • Practicing the Presence of the Goddess: Everyday Rituals to Transform Your World
    Barbara Ardinger, Ph.D. ~ New World Library, Novato CA, 2000, $16
  • Calm Surrender: Walking the Hard Road of Forgiveness
    Kent Nerburn ~ New World Library, 2000, $16
  • Good Grief: Healing Through the Shadow of Loss
    Deborah Morris Coryell ~ Shiva Foundation, Santa Fe, NM, 2000, $15
  • Zen Gardening Kit
    Running Press Book Publishers, 2000, $30

  • Music and DVD Reviews


  • Tibetan Ritual-Chants & Horns
    David Sun ~ Oread Music Company, 2000. info@oread.com
  • Welcome Home
    Esteban Ramirez ~ 2000, Descanso Music, 2000. www.descanso-music.com
  • Sacred Music of the World
    ARC Music, 2000. www.arcmusic.co.uk
  • The Rainmaker
    Pete Wyoming Bender ~ Wolfsongs, 2000. P.O. Box 777, Pawhuska OK 74056.
  • Ecstatic Emergence
    Paul RD & Marilena Silbey ~ Third Millennium Magic, 2000. www.3mmagic.com
  • Music for Yoga
    Surrender, Mystical ~ Clarity Sound & Light, 2000. www.claritysound.com

September / October 2000

    Book Reviews


  • The Truth Is
    Sri H.W.L. Poonja ~ Samuel Weiser, York Beach, ME, 2000, $24.95
  • Love Whispers
    Swami Rama ~ Himalayan Institute Press, Honesdale, PA, 2000, 1986, $13.95
  • The Spiritual Dimension of the Enneagram: Nine Faces of the Soul
    Sandra Maitri ~ Tarcher/Putnam/Penguin, NY, 2000, $24.95
  • The Art of Effortless Living: Simple Techniques for Healing Mind, Body and Spirit
    Ingrid Bacci, Ph.D. ~ Vision Works, Croton-on-Hudson, NY, 2000, $22.95
  • Senses Wide Open: The Art and Practice of Living in Your Body
    Johanna Putnoi ~ Ulysses Press, Berkeley, CA, 2000, $14.95
  • The Marriage of Spirit: Enlightened Living in Today's World
    Leslie Temple-Thurston ~ CoreLight Publishing, Santa Fe, NM, 2000, $22.88
  • Sometimes Enough is Enough: Finding Spiritual Comfort in a Material World
    Marsha Sinetar ~ Cliff Street Books/HarperCollins, NY, 2000, $23
  • Making Peace with Your Past: The Six Essential Steps to Enjoying a Great Future
    Harold Bloomfield, MD ~ HarperCollins, NY, 2000, $24
  • Vibrational Medicine for the 21st Century: The Complete Guide to Energy Healing and Spiritual Transformation
    Richard Gerber, M.D. ~ William Morrow/Harper/Collins, NY, 2000, $24
  • The Listening Hand: Self Healing Through the Rubenfeld Synergy Method of Talk and Touch
    Ilana Rubenfeld ~ Bantam, NY, 2000, $25.95
  • Kali's Odiyya A Shaman's True Story of Initiation
    Amarananda Bhairavan ~ Nicholas Hayes/Weiser Book, York Beach, ME, 2000, $19.95
  • Earthfire: A Tale of Transformation
    Robert Simmons ~ Heaven and Earth Publishing, Marshfield, VT, 2000, $14
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