Teresa de Bertodano

This book combines beautiful colour illustrations with selections from the words of Jesus, exploring the themes of happiness, fulfilment and joy. 100 excerpts from the four gospels are gathered here - stories about Jesus, parables told by Jesus, and some of his most important teachings. Grouped under seven topics - The Inner Journey, Being Happy, Friendship, Homecoming, Love, Being Still and Valuing Ourselves - each section with a short introduction by the author, this is an appealing and accessible introduction to some of Jesus' most valuable teachings. It is ideal for personal reflection and meditation and would make an inspiring and attractive gift.

This book combines stunning colour illustrations with selected text from the writings of the Mystics, exploring the themes of happiness, fulfilment and joy. Nearly 150 excerpts are gathered here, by writers from the 4th to the 21st century, as well as selections from the Bible. Recognisable names like St Augustine of Hippo, St Teresa of Avila and Thoma Merton sit amongst lesser-known figures from a variety of countries, including a number of writers who are still alive today (such as Pope John Paul II, John Stott and Ruth Burrows). Written at a very accessible level in a handy square hardback format, this little book is ideal for personal reflection and meditation, and would make an inspiring and attractive gift.

These powerful and passionate selections bring together writers whose search for truth and understanding has spanned over two millennia and several continents. The book is divided into three sections and journeys: the first journey of late teens and early adulthood (when we attempt to discover a measure of stability and 'who we are'); the second journey which can occur at any time from the late twenties to fifties or sixties and can be triggered by something which causes all previous certainties to be questioned; and the third journey which takes us into the final stage of life moving towards death. The collection includes 20 or so journeys from ancient times to the nineteenth century, and 20 or so from modern times. People featured include: Jesus, St Augustine, Dante, Ignatius, Shakespeare, Charles Dickens, Dostoevksy, Edith Piaf, Maya Angelou, Mary McAleese, CS Lewis, Charles Colson and Nelson Mandela.