Renowned Tibetan Buddhist teacher Pema Chödrön reveals the traditional Buddhist teachings that guide her own life: those of The Way of the Bodhisattva (Bodhicharyavatara), a text written by the eighth century sage, Shantideva. This treasured Buddhist work is remarkably relevant to our times, describing the steps we can take to cultivate courage, caring and joy-the keys to healing ourselves and our troubled world. Ani Pema offers us a highly practical and engaging commentary on this essential text, explaining how its profound teachings can be applied to our daily lives. Full of illuminating stories and practical exercises, this accessible guide shows us hat the path of the Bodhisattva is open to each and every one of us. Paperback, 408 pages.