{"title":"Desmond Tutu","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the inspiring works of \u003cem\u003eDesmond Tutu\u003c\/em\u003e, a revered Nobel Peace Prize laureate and influential South African Anglican archbishop. Known for his powerful role in campaigning against apartheid and promoting global peace, Tutu's written works continue to inspire and educate readers worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWithin this collection, you'll find \u003cem\u003eGod's Dream\u003c\/em\u003e, a beautifully illustrated children's book co-authored with Douglas Carlton Abrams. This delightful story emphasises compassion, understanding, and the importance of loving one another, making it a perfect read for young ones who are just beginning to explore the values of kindness and empathy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor those interested in personal development, explore \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Joy\u003c\/em\u003e, co-authored with the Dalai Lama and Douglas Carlton Abrams. This thought-provoking book captures a remarkable week-long conversation between these two spiritual teachers as they share deep insights on finding lasting happiness and joy amidst life's challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eImmerse yourself in this compelling collection and let Desmond Tutu's words inspire personal growth and a profound understanding of human connections.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-book-of-joy","title":"The Book of Joy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Joy\u003c\/em\u003e, two of the world's most revered spiritual leaders, His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Desmond Tutu, come together for an extraordinary conversation about finding joy amidst life's inevitable suffering. Spanning seven enlightening days in the serene surroundings of Dharamsala, their discussion addresses one profound question: How do we find enduring happiness in a world often fraught with pain and hardship?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBoth men have encountered tremendous adversity. The Dalai Lama has lived in exile for decades, having been forced to flee his homeland of Tibet. Archbishop Tutu has witnessed the brutalities of apartheid and survived multiple health crises. Yet, both men radiate an unshakeable joy that transcends their experiences of trauma and loss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis profound and uplifting book captures their rich dialogue and distils their wisdom, humour, and deeply held beliefs. Drawing from their own lives, they share not only the joyous moments but also the teachings and practices that have helped them maintain their inner light. The conversations delve into the nature of true joy, exploring how one can cultivate it, sustain it, and ultimately share it with the world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAs a gift to humanity, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Joy\u003c\/em\u003e offers insights that go beyond religious teachings. It is a beautifully crafted tapestry of storytelling, personal anecdotes, and practical guidance, laced with laughter, empathy, and shared humanity. Through their animated discussions, the Dalai Lama and Archbishop Tutu touch upon various facets of joy, such as gratitude, forgiveness, compassion, and generosity. They also discuss the barriers to joy, including fear, stress, anger, and adversity, providing actionable steps to overcoming them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhen Archbishop Tutu travelled to join the Dalai Lama in celebrations for his eightieth birthday, the book not only commemorates this milestone but also embodies the spirit of their enduring friendship. Readers are invited to witness a powerful exchange that is as much about deep, abiding love and respect as it is about enlightenment and joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe Book of Joy\u003c\/em\u003e is more than just a literary work; it is an experience suffused with the warmth, hope, and uplifting energy of two remarkable leaders. From their first affectionate embrace to their poignant farewell, the book is an unforgettable journey that encourages us all to find joy, no matter our circumstances.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House Distribution","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45693234413804,"sku":"9781786330444","price":29.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781786330444.jpg?v=1725594580"},{"product_id":"gods-dream-by-douglas-carlton-abrams-9781536223538","title":"God's Dream","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith warmth and humour, Archbishop Desmond Tutu distils his philosophy of unity and forgiveness into a picture book for the very young.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArchbishop Desmond Tutu has a vision of God's dream, which he shares here with the youngest of listeners. It involves people who reach out and hold each other's hands, but sometimes get angry and hurt each other — and say they're sorry and forgive. It's a wish that everyone will see they are brothers and sisters, no matter their way of speaking to God, no matter the size of their nose or the shade of their skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAided by vibrant artwork evoking such images as a rainbow and a sharing circle, Tutu offers the essence of his ubuntu philosophy, a wisdom so clear and crystalline that even the smallest child can understand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Walker Books Australia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46686779015404,"sku":"9781536223538","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26485523482734.jpg?v=1753295213"},{"product_id":"the-book-of-joy-by-dalai-lama-9781804960806","title":"The Book of Joy","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo spiritual giants. Seven days. One timeless question.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'The ultimate source of happiness is within us.'\u003c\/em\u003e - DALAI LAMA\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e'We grow in kindness when our kindness is tested.'\u003c\/em\u003e - DESMOND TUTU\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eArchbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama were friends for many, many years. Between them, they have endured exile, violence, and oppression. In the face of these hardships, they continued to radiate compassion, humour, and above all, joy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo celebrate His Holiness's eightieth birthday, Archbishop Tutu travelled to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala. The two men spent a week discussing a single burning question—how do we find joy in the face of suffering?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is a gift from two of the most important spiritual figures of our time. Full of love, warmth, and hope, \u003cem\u003eThe Book of Joy\u003c\/em\u003e offers us the chance to experience their journey from first embrace to final goodbye.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46944303939820,"sku":"9781804960806","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/a1003cabb80900b79a59be0921074ad6.jpg?v=1762225748"},{"product_id":"the-little-book-of-joy-by-desmond-tutu-9780241597392","title":"The Little Book of Joy","description":"From the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama comes an uplifting picture book all about finding joy in the everyday, adapted from their adult bestseller The Book of Joy.\n\nJoy is the warm tingly feeling of the sun tickling your toes in the morning.\nIt's the giggly, squiggly feeling when you are doing something silly.\nEven when you wake to the rain and your joy is washed away, it's waiting at the bottom of the puddle.\n\nThis is the story of two friends- the late Archbishop Desmond Tutu and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Once two lonely boys on opposite sides of the world, they grew up to discover the joy in everyday life and spread their joy with the people around them.\n \nTheir message for every child is that joy is never far away. Even in hard times, joy never truly disappears. And when we share our joy with others, it grows inside us.\n \nThis picture book adaptation of the international bestseller, The Book of Joy, is full of the humour, friendship, and deep affection between two spiritual leaders. 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