books about: pilgrimage

books about: pilgrimage

books:

Pilgrimage

The Pilgrim's Progress (Dover Thrift Editions)

John Bunyan

Dover Publications, 2003

Pilgrim'a Progress
This is a time honored book, of which I am using as a text book in my adult Sunday School Class. I am using Maureen L. Bradley's "Study Guide" as an outline to the study. I have only one criticism of the book; they left out the scriptural references, which are found in ...

The Pilgrim's Progress in Modern English (Pure Gold Classic) (Pure Gold Classics)

John Bunyan, L. Edward Hazelbaker

Bridge-Logos Publishers, 1998

One of the best books in the world...
I can't believe I was never assigned this book in my school years, because it is amazing alone and as an allegory. If you are a Christian you will recognize people in the book, if you are not, the Gospel will be spelled out to you in a really beautiful, clear way. ...

The Canterbury Tales (Penguin Classics)

Geoffrey Chaucer

Penguin Classics, 2003

The strength of Chaucer's verse shines through....
Chaucer was a master story teller. He was a master poet. He was a master writer. He was just blessed, gifted... there aren't enough words to express the depth of Chaucer's talent... his gift. This collection reminds me why I fell in love with Chaucer's work back in ...

The Ancestor's Tale: A Pilgrimage to the Dawn of Evolution

Richard Dawkins

Mariner Books, 2005

Delightful
This book is an extremely enjoyable and edifying read. Dawkins writes with wit, fluency, clarity and erudition; very readable, though people without much biology background might find it tough going at times. I can hear Dawkins' voice as I read; the writing has that ...

Selected Canterbury Tales (Dover Thrift Editions)

Geoffrey Chaucer

Dover Publications, 1994

Selected Canterbury Tales
This book was wonderful and exciting. Chuacer, a old Greek writer, was a magnificent author and this book deserves a look. Reviewed by many historians, this book reveals much about Greeks past and is worth the 1.60 price (compared to 2.00 at bn.com). RECOMMENDED

The Pilgrim's Progress (Oxford World's Classics)

John Bunyan

Oxford University Press, USA, 2003

The very complete introduction by W. R. Owens did the job for me
"No other work in English, except the Bible, has been so widely read over such a long period." When I read something like that about this other work, "Pilgrim's Progress", I was curious. I got a copy and paged through it. At first I was disappointed, because I ...

The Pilgrimage: A Contemporary Quest for Ancient Wisdom

Paulo Coelho

HarperOne, 1995

Intense & Awesome Read
I have read a number of Coelho's books now and I still think this one is the best (with the Alchemist and Fifth Mountain tied at a close 2nd). This book touched me deeply because I could easily see myself in Coehlo's struggles. It inspired me to resist evil/worldly ...

Jitterbug Perfume

Tom Robbins

Bantam, 1990

Favorite Tom Robbins book
Jitterbug Perfume is epic, in that it spans thousands of years of mortal life, and about an hour and a half of the after life. This is my favorite Tom Robbins book. Those familiar with his writing style know that he can get a bit...wordy. His forays into the cosmic ...

If You Meet the Buddha on the Road, Kill Him! The Pilgrimage of Psychotherapy Patients

Sheldon Kopp

Bantam, 1976

Who is The Buddha?
It is easy for anyone to believe that it is always that other person - that one who knows something that we don't know; has something that we have given up on obtaining; or, looks like what we think is the best. Killing the Buddha is looking deeply within ourselves, ...

The Canterbury Tales (Puffin Classics)

Geoffrey Chaucer

Puffin, 1997

Fun to read
If you want a modern english version that's funny and easy to read, this is the book for you. If you are looking for something scholarly and/or more difficult to read, get a different version.

Sacred Earth: Places of Peace and Power

Martin Gray

Sterling, 2007

A beautiful book!
This is a wonderful book, from the beautiful and often breathtaking photographs to the very interesting and insightful commentary. Martin takes you to places you might otherwise never see- a guide to the best of the world's sacred places. A must have for anyone ...

The Canterbury Tales (Norton Critical Editions)

Geoffrey Chaucer

W. W. Norton, 2005

Just what I hoped for
Critical editions from Norton have demonstrated they are usually the best for me.

The Camino : A Journey of the Spirit

Shirley MacLaine

Atria, 2001

The Camino
I love this book. Shirley Maclaine is an excellent writer. I have never read a book as quickly as I read this one and I am going to read it again. This is a phenomenal book and I highly recommend it.

The Art of Pilgrimage: The Seeker's Guide to Making Travel Sacred

Phil Cousineau

Conari Press, 2000

Th Call of the Road
Chances are, if you're looking at this book, you're already planning a trip, and are of a mind to make your travel special. If you are not already of a mind to travel, you will be after reading even a little of "Art of Pilgrimage". Read it on the plane, on the bus, at ...

The Pilgrimage Road to Santiago: The Complete Cultural Handbook

David M. Gitlitz, Linda Kay Davidson

St. Martin's Griffin, 2000

Camino Junkie
I walked the Camino in the Fall of 2004 and took this book along with a much thinner more practical guide book. I loved, loved, loved having this book! My thin, practical guidebook told me of the trail, and places to stay and eat. This guidebook brought the ...