Bookshop

When you come into the Centre you'll notice a few changes in the Reception area. We have a new bookshop with more books and other items for sale including yoga mats, belts, blocks and carry bags. Also there will soon be lots more meditation cushions of different sizes with meditation mats and stools and a wider selection of cards. Also for sale are a selection of Buddha statues, singing bowls, vajra bells, vajras, incense and other items. More books are on the way, particularly in the areas of Mindfulness for health, Meditation and on being a Buddhist parent.

All profits from the book shop go directly to helping the Centre's finances. Tell your friends too!

Recommended introductory books

Buddhism
Meditation
General

Buddhism

A Guide to the Buddhist Path by Sangharakshita
Over the centuries so much Buddhist literature has emerged and so many people left their mark on the Buddhist tradition. Which teachings really matter? In this highly readable anthology a leading Western Buddhist sorts out facts from myth, essence from cultural accident, to reveal the fundamental ideals and teachings of Buddhism. It a reliable map of the Buddhist path that anyone can follow.
£14.99 / $24.95 ISBN 1 899579 04 4

Introducing Buddhism by Chris Pauling
Written in an informal style this book explains the essential teachings and practices on which all mainstream Buddhists can agree, and shows how this ancient wisdom is more than ever relevant to the psychological, social, and spiritual issues concerning men and women in the modern West.
£4.99 / $8.95 ISBN 0 904766 97 7

What is the Dharma? by Sangharakshita
Guided by a lifetime's experience of Buddhist practice, Sangharakshita tackles the question: What is the Dharma?' from many different angles. The result is a basic starter kit of teachings and practices, which emphasizes the fundamentally practical nature of Buddhism.
£9.99 / $19.95 ISBN 1 8999579 01 X

Buddhism: Tools for living Your Life by Vajragupta
This book is a guide for those seeking a meaningful spiritual path while living everyday lives full of families, work, and friends. The personal stories, exercises, reflections, and questions in this book help transform Buddhist practice into more than a fine set of ideals.
£10.99 / $16.95 / euros 16.95 ISBN 9781 899579 74 7

The Buddha’s Noble Eightfold Path by Sangharakshita
To begin on the Noble Eightfold path you start with a vision, a moment of insight, and then transformation of your thoughts and actions follows in the light of that truth.
`Probably the best “life coaching” manual you’ll ever read, the key to living with clarity and awareness. Only follow the path, advised the Buddha, and you will be free.’
Karen Robinson, Sunday Times
£9.99 / $16.95 / euros 16.95 ISBN 9781 899579 81 5

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Meditation

Change your Mind - a practical guide to Buddhist meditation by Paramananda
This straightforward and imaginative book focuses on two Buddhist meditation practices - Mindfulness of Breathing, the bedrock of meditation practice, and Metta Bhavana, which gradually nurtures the unshakeable confidence and a warm concern for the welfare of others.
£9.99 / $13.95 ISBN 1 899579 75 3

Meditating by Jinananda
Steering us through two traditional practices that help develop clarity, calmness, and positivity, Jinananda also offers troubleshooting tips and reflections on the deeper significance of meditation - all with the greatest good humour and in his own unique style.
£4.99 / $7.95 / euros 7.95 ISBN 1 899579 07 9

The Breath by Vessantara
The mindfulness of breathing meditation has been practised in the Buddhist tradition for 2,500 years and is also found in other contexts, such as yoga and, in recent times, stress and pain management. Vessantara who has been meditating on the breath for over 30 years, writes engagingly for both newcomers to meditation and those with some experience.
£6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579 69 9

The Heart by Vessantara
Vessantara has practised meditation for over thirty years. Here he shares his experience, gently encouraging us to unlock what is in our hearts and helping us to gain greater enjoyment from life. Benefits from using the exercises and meditations in this book include increasing our emotional awareness, feeling more at with ourselves, becoming kinder and more open-hearted, learning how to be more patient, and engaging more spontaneously with life.
£6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579 71 0

The Body by Paramananda
Through a variety of thoughtfully led meditations Paramananda teaches us how to listen to our bodies. Reconnecting with our bodies we can:
* Contact the richness of the sensations and emotions stored in our bodies
* Listen to deeper parts of ourselves
* Discover a more intuitive approach to life
* Feel the physical joy of being alive
£6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 9781 899579 77 8

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General Recommended Reading

Vegetarianism by Bodhipaksa
How does what we eat affect us? How does it affect our world? Bodhipaksa is ideally placed to answer these questions. As a trained vet he can reveal the suffering of animals in the farming industry. He concludes that by becoming a vegetarian one can affirm life in a very clear and immediate way and so experience a greater sense of contentment, harmony, and happiness.
£4.99 / $9.95 ISBN 1 899579 15 X

These and other books on Buddhism and meditation can be purchased from our bookshop or by mail order directly from Windhorse Publications

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		Bookshop When you come into the Centre you'll notice a few changes in the Reception area. We have a new bookshop with more books and other items for sale including yoga mats, belts, blocks and carry bags. Also there will soon be lots more meditation cushions of different sizes with meditation mats and stools and a wider selection of cards. Also for sale are a selection of Buddha statues, singing bowls, vajra bells, vajras, incense and other items. More books are on the way, particularly in the areas of Mindfulness for health, Meditation and on being a Buddhist parent. All profits from the book shop go directly to helping the Centre's finances. Tell your friends too! Recommended introductory books Buddhism Meditation General Buddhism A Guide to the Buddhist Path by Sangharakshita Over the centuries so much Buddhist literature has emerged and so many people left their mark on the Buddhist tradition. Which teachings really matter? In this highly readable anthology a leading Western Buddhist sorts out facts from myth, essence from cultural accident, to reveal the fundamental ideals and teachings of Buddhism. It a reliable map of the Buddhist path that anyone can follow. £14.99 / $24.95 ISBN 1 899579 04 4 Introducing Buddhism by Chris Pauling Written in an informal style this book explains the essential teachings and practices on which all mainstream Buddhists can agree, and shows how this ancient wisdom is more than ever relevant to the psychological, social, and spiritual issues concerning men and women in the modern West. £4.99 / $8.95 ISBN 0 904766 97 7 What is the Dharma? by Sangharakshita Guided by a lifetime's experience of Buddhist practice, Sangharakshita tackles the question: What is the Dharma?' from many different angles. The result is a basic starter kit of teachings and practices, which emphasizes the fundamentally practical nature of Buddhism. £9.99 / $19.95 ISBN 1 8999579 01 X Buddhism: Tools for living Your Life by Vajragupta This book is a guide for those seeking a meaningful spiritual path while living everyday lives full of families, work, and friends. The personal stories, exercises, reflections, and questions in this book help transform Buddhist practice into more than a fine set of ideals. £10.99 / $16.95 / euros 16.95 ISBN 9781 899579 74 7 The Buddha’s Noble Eightfold Path by Sangharakshita To begin on the Noble Eightfold path you start with a vision, a moment of insight, and then transformation of your thoughts and actions follows in the light of that truth. `Probably the best “life coaching” manual you’ll ever read, the key to living with clarity and awareness. Only follow the path, advised the Buddha, and you will be free.’ Karen Robinson, Sunday Times £9.99 / $16.95 / euros 16.95 ISBN 9781 899579 81 5 return to top Meditation Change your Mind - a practical guide to Buddhist meditation by Paramananda This straightforward and imaginative book focuses on two Buddhist meditation practices - Mindfulness of Breathing, the bedrock of meditation practice, and Metta Bhavana, which gradually nurtures the unshakeable confidence and a warm concern for the welfare of others. £9.99 / $13.95 ISBN 1 899579 75 3 Meditating by Jinananda Steering us through two traditional practices that help develop clarity, calmness, and positivity, Jinananda also offers troubleshooting tips and reflections on the deeper significance of meditation - all with the greatest good humour and in his own unique style. £4.99 / $7.95 / euros 7.95 ISBN 1 899579 07 9 The Breath by Vessantara The mindfulness of breathing meditation has been practised in the Buddhist tradition for 2,500 years and is also found in other contexts, such as yoga and, in recent times, stress and pain management. Vessantara who has been meditating on the breath for over 30 years, writes engagingly for both newcomers to meditation and those with some experience. £6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579 69 9 The Heart by Vessantara Vessantara has practised meditation for over thirty years. Here he shares his experience, gently encouraging us to unlock what is in our hearts and helping us to gain greater enjoyment from life. Benefits from using the exercises and meditations in this book include increasing our emotional awareness, feeling more at with ourselves, becoming kinder and more open-hearted, learning how to be more patient, and engaging more spontaneously with life. £6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 1 899579 71 0 The Body by Paramananda Through a variety of thoughtfully led meditations Paramananda teaches us how to listen to our bodies. Reconnecting with our bodies we can: * Contact the richness of the sensations and emotions stored in our bodies * Listen to deeper parts of ourselves * Discover a more intuitive approach to life * Feel the physical joy of being alive £6.99 / $10.95 / euros 10.95 ISBN 9781 899579 77 8 return to top General Recommended Reading Vegetarianism by Bodhipaksa How does what we eat affect us? How does it affect our world? Bodhipaksa is ideally placed to answer these questions. As a trained vet he can reveal the suffering of animals in the farming industry. He concludes that by becoming a vegetarian one can affirm life in a very clear and immediate way and so experience a greater sense of contentment, harmony, and happiness. £4.99 / $9.95 ISBN 1 899579 15 X These and other books on Buddhism and meditation can be purchased from our bookshop or by mail order directly from Windhorse Publications return to top


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