Synopses & Reviews
The author of the New York Times bestseller The Good Book champions the recovery of the Western moral tradition.
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“ In writing about things that matter, [Gomes] has written a book that matters.” Booklist
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“A how-to for living a truly good life....simple and sound.” The [New Jersey] Star-Ledger
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“A wise, timely, and wonderfully readable celebration of the virtues.” Marcus Borg, author of Reading the Bible Again For the First Time
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“A worthwhile addition to all libraries, this volume promises to be another best seller.” Library Journal
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“With his usual eloquence and insight, Gomes reminds us of truthsthat are now more important to us than ever.” Karen Armstrong, author of The Battle for God
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“ Highly readable ... as reliable a guide for life as one is likely to find anywhere.” Huston Smith, author of Why Religion Matters
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“...This good book about The Good Life is good news... a balanced and profound proclamation.” Tony Campolo, Professor of Sociology, Eastern University
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“Peter Gomes is well qualified to cast his net wider to people seeking The Good Life.” Theodore M. Hesburgh, C.S.C., President Emeritus, University of Notre Dame
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‘Peter at his best...he continues as the Master Teacher of truths we could not hear from others.” Alan K. Simpson, Former U.S. Senator to Wyoming
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“Clearly and persuasively, Gomes tackles themes such as hope, discipline and success.” Dallas Morning News
Synopsis
The author of the New York Times bestseller The Good Book champions the recovery of the Western moral tradition.
About the Author
Peter J. Gomes is the New York Times bestselling author of The Good Book: Reading the Bible with Mind and Heart; The Good Life: Truths That Last in Times of Need; and Strength for the Journey: Biblical Wisdom for Daily Living. Since 1974 Gomes has been at Harvard University, serving as Plummer Professor of Christian Morals and Pusey Minister in the Memorial Church. An American Baptist, he is regarded as one of the foremost preachers in the country, a top national media resource, and a frequent preacher and lecturer in major venues both in the U.S. and internationally. He lives in Cambridge, Massachusetts.