Every human life is made up of the light and the dark, the happy and the sad, the vital and the deadening. How you think about this rhythm of moods makes all the difference.Our lives are filled with emotional tunnels: the loss of a loved one or end of a relationship, aging and illness, career disappointments or just an ongoing sense of dissatisfaction with life. Society tends to view these “dark nights” in clinical terms as obstacles to be overcome as quickly as po...

The New York Times bestselling author and trusted spiritual adviser offers a follow-up to his classic Care of the Soul.Something essential is missing from modern life. Many who’ve turned away from religious institutions—and others who have lived wholly without religion—hunger for more than what contemporary secular life has to offer but are reluctant to follow organized religion’s strict and often inflexible path to spirituality. In A Religion...

A 'dark night of the soul' is not a psychological syndrome, but a quest for meaning during life's darkest hours: the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, ageing and illness, career disappointments or just an ongoing dissatisfaction with life. Thomas Moore's extensive experience as a psychologist and theologian has taught him that the dark night is a challenge to restore ourselves and to become someone of substance, depth and soul. By using these trying times as an opportunity to...

EMBRACING EMPTINESS, STAYING OPEN, FINDING CALMWith compassion and insight, Thomas Moore offers a compelling case for an easier, lighter way of moving through life by experiencing the peace, calm, and openness of emptiness. Through ancient and modern stories, Moore gently shows that our constant multitasking may not be getting us anywhere, and that emptiness is not a lack but an invitation that can be our greatest teacher. A daily awareness and appreciation of the ...

As former monk Thomas Moore points out many of us are working overtime to "build and manufacture a self, just as we build and manufacture the world." Moore explores how and why we cover up who we really are and offers a vivid sense of what it means to live with passion and creativity through following the lead of your authentic self.

“Thoughtful, eloquent, inspiring.” — San Francisco ChronicleA special 25th anniversary edition of Thomas Moore's #1 New York Times bestseller, with a new introduction by the author. More timely than ever, this classic work on personal growth provides a powerful spiritual message for our troubled times.In Care of the Soul, readers are presented with a revolutionary approach to thinking about daily life—everyday activities, events, problems, ...

Thomas received his schooling from Mr. Samuel Whyte, who had been Sheridan's first preceptor, a man of more than average literary culture. He encouraged a taste for acting among the boys: and Moore, naturally intelligent and lively, became a favorite with his master, and a leader in the dramatic recreations. His aptitude for verse appeared at an early age. In 1790 he composed an epilogue to a piece acted at the house of Lady Borrows, in Dublin; and in his fourteenth year he wrote a sonnet ...

Taking place across a mutating set of darkrooms, art galleries, blank apartments and bedrooms; In Their Arms is an acute inspection of loneliness, desire and confusion.The narrator attempts to simultaneously find himself and become lost completely in a world of sex, internet hook-ups, drugs and pleasure.Within the arms of nameless and unknown lovers, a strange, often conflicted spirituality is hinted at. In Thomas Moore's second novel, he uses a deft and purposely layered p...

Lalla Rookh opens as a sumptuous Oriental romance, where princesses, poets, rebels, and spirits move through courts, deserts, and ruined sanctuaries in a world of dazzling pageantry and emotional peril. Thomas Moore frames the poem with reflections on its long composition, his research into Eastern history and customs, and the remarkable confidence shown in the work by publishers and readers alike. At the heart of the book are four interwoven tales of love, sacrifice, hidden identity, and ...

"The Orchid Album, Volume 3" by Thomas Moore is a captivating exploration of the diverse and enchanting world of orchids. This volume showcases a stunning collection of illustrations and descriptions, highlighting the beauty and intricacies of various orchid species. Moore's meticulous attention to detail and his passion for botany shine through, making this work a valuable resource for both enthusiasts and scholars. The album serves not only as a visual feast but also as an educational to...

In the eleventh year of the reign of Aurungzebe, Abdalla, King of the Lesser Bucharia, a lineal descendant from the Great Zingis, having abdicated the throne in favour of his son, set out on a pilgrimage to the Shrine of the Prophet; and, passing into India through the delightful valley of Cashmere, rested for a short time at Delhi on his way. He was entertained by Aurungzebe in a style of magnificent hospitality, worthy alike of the visitor and the host, and was afterwards escorted with t...

"The Orchid Album, Volume 2" by Thomas Moore is a remarkable collection that showcases the beauty and diversity of orchids. This volume features exquisite illustrations and detailed descriptions of various orchid species, making it a valuable resource for both enthusiasts and botanists. Moore's passion for orchids is evident in his meticulous attention to detail, capturing the intricate features and vibrant colors of these stunning flowers. The book serves not only as a guide but also as a...