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A rare, intimate account of a world-renowned Buddhist monk’s near-death experience and the life-changing wisdom he gained as a result. 'One of the most generous, beautiful, and essential books I’ve ever read – thoroughly engaging, so clear, so honest, so courageous and full of wisdom.'...

In A Long Path, Peter T. Bromley traces his remarkable journey from nearly forgotten crossroads in rural Upstate New York to an accomplished wildlife biologist whose career spanned decades, states, and continents. Through vivid childhood memories, stories of academic struggles and triumphs, and reflections on fieldwork, he shares how nature shaped not only his career but his identity.

Leslie White knew she wanted more out of life - She found it in an unlikely place. Devastated from the loss of both parents to cancer nine months apart, Leslie vowed to change her life. She bought the neighbor’s old motorhome, found a job as a traveling histologist, and hit the road. But she found she could not trust the one person she was still holding onto.

Rebecca Rusch has run the gauntlet of endurance sports over her career as a professional athlete—climbing, adventure racing, whitewater rafting, cross-country skiing, and mountain biking—racking up accolades and world championships along the way.

Chris writes about his own astonishing journey of psychic healing and spiritual exploration with the aid of mind-changing medicines. Although this is the story of his personal path, it is a useful example of the universal human journey; entertaining, encouraging and enlightening.

How a Lifetime of Chaos, Addiction, and Pain Became a Path to PurposeBecoming the Change is more than a memoir of addiction and redemption. It is a raw, unflinching account of a man who spent decades running from pain only to discover that healing required walking straight into it. It is about the cost of denial, the courage of accountability, and the daily discipline it takes to build a life worth living. After losing everything and rebuilding, Triple X found purpose in service.

If you have ever wondered what is was like to be an explorer in the unspoiled American West of the early 1800s, then this is the audiobook for you. Not only a groundbreaking work of American history by critically acclaimed author Robert M. Utley, A Life Wild and Perilous is also a dramatic story of innovation and survival. Here is your chance to live in the very heart of the American wilderness with legendary trappers and mountain men like Jim Bridger, Kit Carson, Tom Fitzpatrick, and Jedediah Smith.

In Re-Vision, Daniel Drumwright shares his extraordinary story of overcoming adversity and finding hope in the darkest of times. Once a vibrant young professional with dreams of a successful career, Daniel's world was shattered when he was diagnosed with a life-threatening illness. Facing the loss of his vision and battling a grueling recovery, he was forced to confront his deepest fears and redefine his identity.