The Dhammapada:
A New Translation of the Buddhist Classic (Hardcover)
(Paperback)
by Gil Fronsdal

The most widely read Buddhist scripture, recommended to new readers of the suttas. This classic text of teaching verses from the earliest period of Buddhism conveys the philosophical and practical foundations of the Buddhist tradition.
Talk & book reading

An inspiring and very accessible compilation of essays and edited talks on the Buddhist practice of mindfulness, by the founder and primary teacher of Insight Meditation Center, Gil Fronsdal. As Gil states, "the search for the issue at hand is the search for what is closest at hand, for what is directly seen, heard, smelt, tasted, felt, and cognized in the present." Gil brings the practice of mindfulness not only to formal meditation but to all the varying aspects of every day life.

"This important guidebook shows in detail and with great humor and insight the way to practice the Buddha's universal teachings here in the West. Jack Kornfield is a wonderful storyteller and a great teacher."   Thich Nhat Hanh

The Buddha's Eightfold Path to freedom from suffering is skillfully delineated in accessible language with key points highlighted at the end of each chapter.

A practical and indispensable guide for anyone dealing with pain issues. Comes with guided meditations on an audio CD.

A thorough and practical overview of insight meditation—a rich source of Buddhist wisdom and practice. Both for beginners and those already established on the path. Useful exercises are included.

Larry Rosenberg, a teacher at the Insight Meditation Center in Cambridge, MA, provides a clear description of meditative practice. The technique is based on the Anapanasati Sutta, the Buddha's own instructions to meditators.

The teachings of Thai Buddhist master Ajahn Chah, a forest monk, who was a major influence on many Western teachers. His straightforward teachings and examples cross language barriers easily as he instructs us on the fundamentals of impermanence and non-attachment.

Sharon Salzberg shows us how the Buddhist path of lovingkindness (metta) can help us discover the radiant joyful heart within each of us. The practice of lovingkindness can radically change our lives, helping us cultivate happiness in ourselves and compassion for others.

A simple and direct guide for the practice of Buddhist meditation. Practical instructions and clear discussion of basic Buddhist topics such as karma, the Four Noble Truths, the Factors of Enlightenment, and Dependent Origination.

A simple and heart-felt book on how meditation can work and how we can become aware of ourselves.

A classic guide to the teachings of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as the fundamental practice for training the mind and freeing it from greed, hatred and delusion.

A step-by-step course by two highly respected teachers. Includes a workbook with mindfulness exercises, question-and-answer sections, photographs illustrating correct meditation postures, and two 70-minute CDs with guided meditations and study cards.

A precise and profound analysis of mind states and meditation practice, including both practical and theoretical aspects. Includes instruction through the stages of practice and emphasizes the view that, with the right effort, liberation from our suffering is possible in this very life.

The nuts and bolts of basic mindfulness meditation, the how, what, where, when, and why, including common problems and how to deal with them. His years of teaching Western students give it the clarity and straightforwardness that has made it so popular.

A clear and simple book for beginning Buddhist practice including straightforward explanations of the Buddha's teachings on freedom and happiness, and the authors' personal stories highlighting some of the challenges and insights of practice.

Ajahn Buddhadasa was one of the most influential Buddhist teachers in Thai history. Teaching in a straight-forward style suited to Westerners, he describes how to become free of worry and stress through the simple act of sitting quietly and breathing, as taught by the Buddha in the Anapanasati Sutta.

Satipatthana:
The Direct Path to Realization
by Analayo

A detailed study of the Satipatthana Sutta, the foundational Buddhist discourse on meditation practice.

A collection of 152 discourses of the Buddha and his chief disciples, constituting a comprehensive text concerning all aspects of the Buddha's teachings.

A translation of 2889 discourses of the Buddha, collected into different themes, addressing the heart of the Buddha's teachings.

Short and easy to understand, recommended to new readers of the suttas. The discourses vary broadly from basic ethical observances for the busy worldly person to the more rigorous instructions on mental training.

A collection of 34 "long" discourses of the teachings of the Buddha, introduced with an account of the Buddha's life and times.

In the Buddha's Words:
An Anthology of Discourses from the Pali Canon
by Bhikkhu Bodhi

Reveals the full scope of the Buddha's discourses, from family life to renunciation and the path of insight. A concise, informative introduction precedes each chapter.

One of the oldest collections of Buddhist discourses. In a mixture of prose, verse and dialogs, it presents the heart of the Buddha's teachings on ethical conduct and the end of suffering through freeing the mind of craving and ill-will.

A biography of the Buddha's life and teachings drawn from the oldest written record, the Pali Canon. A unique biography and invaluable resource.

Teens today have a lot of pressure to compete and consume. This book talks about this and finding peace amid the ups and downs of life; accepting ourselves; working with difficult emotions; learning how to meditate; and using the fundamental tenets of Buddhism.

28 college-aged, self-identifying Buddhists, wrote essays about how Buddhism has affected their lives, self-transformation and means of livelihood.

Noah's search for meaning led him to punk rock, drugs, and drinking; but after seeing the uselessness of that approach, he looked for positive ways to channel his rebellion. He delved into Buddhism and instead of rejecting the punk scene, he integrated the two worlds as a catalyst for transformation.

A lovely, quiet book with beautiful illustrations. Stillwater, a giant panda who happens to be a Zen master, offers three parables for children to contemplate—a simple meditation in itself, even for adults. (Ages 4-8)

Clearly and eloquently tells the story of the Buddha's birth, childhood, enlightenment and death, and introduces some of his basic teachings. The delicate, detailed pictures are meant to evoke ancient Indian miniatures. (Ages 8-12)