Publishers: Shambhala

About this publisher’s catalog

This catalog offers a thoughtful blend of contemplative and practical works that explore mind-body connection, spiritual traditions, and personal transformation. Readers can expect a mix of reflective nonfiction alongside texts rooted in Eastern philosophy and practices, often emphasizing mindful living and inner development. The range is broad but coherent, inviting exploration through thematic interests.

What you’ll often find

  • Guidance on mindfulness, meditation, and Zen practice as paths to self-awareness
  • Explorations of Eastern philosophies and martial arts with a focus on discipline and wisdom
  • Practical approaches to healing, pain management, and body awareness
  • Psychological insights into overcoming fear, self-doubt, and personal growth challenges
  • Creative and spiritual reflections linking art and consciousness
  • Texts that integrate ritual, spirituality, and everyday life practices
  • Works addressing the feminine divine and transformative inner journeys

How to browse this shelf

  • Start with themes like mindfulness or martial arts to find contemplative or action-oriented approaches
  • Look for books that combine philosophy with practical exercises for daily life
  • Explore sections focused on healing and body awareness for applied health strategies
  • Seek out writings that connect spirituality with creativity and personal expression
  • Narrow your search by distinguishing works rooted in Eastern traditions versus modern psychology
  • Try browsing by topics such as ritual, self-help, or social and psychological transformation
  • Consider books that address both individual growth and broader cultural or spiritual movements

Good fit if you like

  • Reflective and meditative reading that encourages inner calm and insight
  • Practical guidance that blends body awareness with mental and emotional well-being
  • Philosophical texts that offer wisdom through historical or cultural perspectives
  • Explorations of personal transformation through both spiritual and psychological lenses
  • Books that balance contemplative depth with accessible, everyday application
  • Engagement with creative and ritualistic expressions of the self
  • Interest in traditions and practices that foster discipline, courage, and presence

Generated from the books currently available in this catalog.

  • Abundant Peace The Biography of Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido — John Stevens

    Abundant Peace The Biography of Morihei Ueshiba, Founder of Aikido — John Stevens

  • When Things Fall Apart Heart Advice for Difficult Times — Pema Chödrön

    When Things Fall Apart Heart Advice for Difficult Times — Pema Chödrön

  • Path to Buddhahood Teachings on Gampopa’s JEWEL ORNAMENT OF LIBERATION — Ringu Tulku

    Path to Buddhahood Teachings on Gampopa’s JEWEL ORNAMENT OF LIBERATION — Ringu Tulku

  • When Things Fall Apart Heart Advice for Difficult Times — Pema Chödrön

    When Things Fall Apart Heart Advice for Difficult Times — Pema Chödrön

  • PRAYER OF THE HEART — Shambhala

    PRAYER OF THE HEART — Shambhala

  • Stars at Dawn Forgotten Stories of Women in the Buddha’s Life — Wendy Garling

    Stars at Dawn Forgotten Stories of Women in the Buddha’s Life — Wendy Garling

  • Creation Myths — Marie-Louise Von Franz

    Creation Myths — Marie-Louise Von Franz

  • The Art of War: A New Translation — Sun Tzu

    The Art of War: A New Translation — Sun Tzu

  • Relative World Ultimate Mind — Twelfth Tai Situpa

    Relative World Ultimate Mind — Twelfth Tai Situpa

  • The Collected Works of Chögyam Trungpa, Volume 5 Crazy Wisdom-Illusion’s Game-The Life of Marpa the Translator (excerpts)-The Rain of Wisdom (excerpts)-The Sadhana of Mahamudra (excerpts)-Selected Writings — Chogyam Trungpa

    The Collected Works of Chögyam Trungpa, Volume 5 Crazy Wisdom-Illusion’s Game-The Life of Marpa the Translator (excerpts)-The Rain of Wisdom (excerpts)-The Sadhana of Mahamudra (excerpts)-Selected Writings — Chogyam Trungpa

  • On Dreams and Death A Jungian Interpretation — Marie-Louise Von Franz

    On Dreams and Death A Jungian Interpretation — Marie-Louise Von Franz

  • Healing Beyond the Body: Medicine and the Infinite Reach of the Mind — Larry Dossey

    Healing Beyond the Body: Medicine and the Infinite Reach of the Mind — Larry Dossey

  • From Reductionism to Creativity — Herbert V. Guenther

    From Reductionism to Creativity — Herbert V. Guenther

  • Practicing Peace in Times of War — Pema Chodron

    Practicing Peace in Times of War — Pema Chodron

  • The Myth of Freedom and the Way of Meditation — Chogyam Trungpa

    The Myth of Freedom and the Way of Meditation — Chogyam Trungpa

  • Wisdom from the Earth: The Living Legacy of the Aboriginal Dreamtime — Anna Voigt

    Wisdom from the Earth: The Living Legacy of the Aboriginal Dreamtime — Anna Voigt

  • The Rain of Wisdom The Essence of the Ocean of True Meaning — Chogyam Trungpa

    The Rain of Wisdom The Essence of the Ocean of True Meaning — Chogyam Trungpa

  • The Tassajara Bread Book — Edward Espe Brown

    The Tassajara Bread Book — Edward Espe Brown

  • The Art of War — Sunzi

    The Art of War — Sunzi

  • Reflections on a Mountain Lake Teachings on Practical Buddhism — Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo

    Reflections on a Mountain Lake Teachings on Practical Buddhism — Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo