Parker J. Palmer

On the Brink of Everything (eBook, ePUB)

Grace, Gravity, & Getting Old

• Format: ePub

Produktbeschreibung

"This impassioned book invites readers to the deep end of life where authentic soul work and human transformation become pressing concerns." - Publishers Weekly 2019 Independent Publisher Book Awards Gold Medalist in the Aging/Death & Dying Category From bestselling author Parker J. Palmer comes a brave and beautiful book for all who want to age reflectively, seeking new insights and life-giving ways to engage in the world. "Age itself," he says, "is no excuse to wade in the shallows. It's a reason to dive deep and take creative risks." Looking back on eight decades of life-and on his work as a writer, teacher, and activist-Palmer explores what he's learning about self and world, inviting readers to explore their own experience. In prose and poetry-and three downloadable songs written for the book by the gifted Carrie Newcomer-he meditates on the meanings of life, past, present, and future. With compassion and chutzpah, gravitas and levity, Palmer writes about cultivating a vital inner and outer life, finding meaning in suffering and joy, and forming friendships across the generations that bring new life to young and old alike. "This book is a companion for not merely surviving a fractured world, but embodying-like Parker-the fiercely honest and gracious wholeness that is ours to claim at every stage of life." -Krista Tippett, New York Times-bestselling author of Becoming Wise "A wondrously rich mix of reality and possibility, comfort and story, helpful counsel and poetry, in the voice of a friend... This is a book of immense gratitude, consolation, and praise." -Naomi Shihab Nye, National Book Award finalist

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Berrett-Koehler Publishers
• Seitenzahl: 216
• Erscheinungstermin: 14. April 2022
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9781523095452
• Artikelnr.: 54788654

Autorenporträt

Parker J. Palmer is a writer, speaker, and activist who focuses on issues in education, community, leadership, spirituality and social change. He is founder and Senior Partner of the Center for Courage & Renewal, which offers long-term retreat programs for people in the serving professions, including teachers, administrators, physicians, philanthropists, non-profit leaders and clergy. He is the author of nine books--including several award-winning titles-- that have sold over 1.4 million copies and been translated into ten languages.