Way of the Peaceful Warrior A Book That Changes Lives

by Millman, Dan

• ISBN13: 9781932073256
• ISBN10: 1932073256
• Edition: Revised
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2009-11-17
• Publisher: HJ Kramer/New World Library

Summary

Way of the Peaceful Warrior has become one of the most beloved spiritual sagas of our time. Shared among friends and families, this million-copy word-of-mouth bestseller has inspired men and women of all ages in twenty languages worldwide. Now, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of its publication, New World Library is releasing a beautiful cloth edition with slipcase for the book's legions of fans. Despite his success, college student and world-champion athlete Dan Millman is haunted by a feeling that something is missing from his life. Awakened one night by dark dreams, he wanders into an all-night gas station, meets an old man named Socrates, and his world is changed forever. Guided by this eccentric old warrior, drawn to an elusive young woman named Joy, Dan begins a spiritual odyssey into realms of light and shadow, romance and mystery, toward a final confrontation that will deliver or destroy him. The list of names who recommend Way of The Peaceful Warrior reads like a celebrity "Who's Who" from Hollywood, professional sports, business, and politics-Angela Lansbury, Paul Newman, Michael Douglas, Linda Gray, Alan Arkin, Robert Downey, Jr., and Quincy Jones. John Scully, president and CEO of Apple Computers, requested that every one of his managers read Way of The Peaceful Warrior.

Author Biography

Dan Millman is a former world-champion athlete, gymnastics coach, martial arts instructor, and college professor. His books have touched millions of readers in thirty languages. Dan travels worldwide, teaching fresh and realistic ways to live with a peaceful heart and a warrior spirit. His talks have influenced people from all walks of life, including leaders in the fields of health, psychology, education, business, politics, sports, entertainment, and the arts.