Lama Surya Das, the most highly trained American lama in the Tibetan tradition, presents the first comprehensive book of Western Buddhism for the modern-day spiritual seeker.

Buddhism offers a profound yet practical path to enlightenment. In this loving and generous book, the American born and Tibetan-trained Lama Surya Das offers at once a definitive and nonsectarian guide to the wisdom found in ancient Tibetan teachings and a tried-and-true path of spiritual transformation.

Contents: Discovering Ancient Wisdom in a Modern World. – Walking the Eight-Fold Path to Enlightenment. – The Four Noble Truths. – Right View. – Right Intentions. – Right Speech. – Right Action. – Right Livelihood. – Right Effort. – Right Mindfulness. – Right Concentration. – Meditation Training.