Synopses & Reviews
The Little Book of Secrets: Gentle Wisdom for Joyful Living is a marvelous collection of timeless secrets distilled from the writings of the world's great sages. Each secret reveals a principle that has stood the test of centuries. To each of the 81 sayings in this delightful little book, the author has added his enlightened comments to help readers apply the simple and practical wisdom to contemporary life. The author spent forty years searching the world for the secrets that have brought people true success, prosperity and soul-drenching happiness. His search took him to many lands and he studied the world's most ancient writings. This profound collection of secrets is the result of his quest. A beautifully designed book small enough to fit into every backpack, pocketbook and briefcase, it will become a well-loved friend and trusted companion as you travel through the twists and turns of life's journey. A meaningful gift for any occasion.
Review
"Showcases 81 sayings which have stood the test of time....Elegantly presented principles furnishing a sound foundation for being able to discover, discern, decipher, and develop a life attitude and a lifestyle that will enhance our appreciation for life and what it offers us all regardless of our present circumstances or future challenges.”
--Midwest Book Review
Review
“Filled with positive witticisms for meditation and upward striving. The book is a perfect blending of East and West philosophy.....If you want to spread the joy within you during the holiday seasons, then Chris Prentiss is the one to show you the way. You can’t go wrong with The Little Book of Secrets."
--ReverseSpins.com
Synopsis
This rare collection of time-honored wisdom gently guides, inspires, and opens us to life as it is meant to be, even in its ups and downs--joyous, peaceful, and prosperous.
Chris Prentiss spent forty years searching for the world's secrets that, for thousands of years, have brought people success, prosperity, and deep-down, soul-drenching happiness. The Little Book of Secrets: Gentle Wisdom for Joyful Living is the result of his quest. This delightful book shares 81precious sayings distilled from the world's ancient wisdom along with the author's own perceptive comments. Both will help you find insight, peace, and guidance in our busy, modern world.
These elegant principles for enlightened living cover everything from creating enduring relationships to achieving a quiet and contented heart to the best way to face conflict, loss, and danger. "Following the path of the secrets," says Chris Prentiss, "has brought me and others to whom I have revealed the secrets all the good things we most dearly cherish: true friendship, prosperity, peace, happiness, wonderful relationships with people we love, rewarding professions, and relationships with our children that are loving, truthful, and totally satisfying."
With its beautifully designed interior, The Little Book of Secrets makes a meaningful gift for any occasion. Small enough to fit into every backpack, pocketbook and briefcase, it can become a well-loved friend and trusted companion as you travel along the twists and turns of life's journey.
Synopsis
This rare collection of time-honored wisdom gently guides, inspires, and opens us to life as it is meant to be, even in its ups and downs--joyous, peaceful, and prosperous.
Chris Prentiss, author of the popular Zen and the Art of Happiness, spent 40 years searching for the world's secrets that for thousands of years have brought people success, prosperity, and deep-down, soul-drenching happiness. The Little Book of Secrets: Gentle Wisdom for Joyful Living is the result of his quest.
This delightful book shares 81 precious sayings distilled from the world's ancient wisdom along with the author's own perceptive comments. Both will help you find insight, peace, and guidance in our busy, modern world.
These elegant principles for enlightened living cover everything from creating enduring relationships and achieving a quiet, contented heart to the best way to face conflict, loss, and danger. "Following the path of the secrets," says Chris Prentiss, "has brought me and others to whom I have revealed the secrets all the good things we most dearly cherish: true friendship, prosperity, peace, happiness, wonderful relationships with people we love, rewarding professions, and relationships with our children that are loving, truthful, and totally satisfying."
A beautifully designed book that fits into every backpack, handbag, and briefcase, it will become a well-loved friend and trusted companion as you travel through the twists and turns of life's journey.
About the Author
Chris Prentiss is cofounder and codirector of the world-renowned Passages Addiction Cure Center in Malibu, California. He is also the author of a dozen books on personal growth. Prentiss has also led personal empowerment workshops in Southern California and has written, produced, and directed a feature film. He resides with his wife in Malibu, California.