This elegantly simple book of reflections presents the rich harvest of a lifetime of thinking, feeling, and seeing by an artist whose vital spirituality has inspired hundreds of thousands of readers and students through his art, books, and workshops.
Frederick Franck
only available as an e-book | 50+ b/w illus.
After his nearly 100 years of seeking, Franck’s reflections on what really matters will help you to savor what truly matters in your own life.
“Could the meaning of being born human be, to become Human?”
This elegantly simple book of reflections presents the rich harvest of a lifetime of thinking, feeling, and seeing by an artist whose vital spirituality has inspired hundreds of thousands of readers and students through his art, books, and workshops.
The pithy, sometimes humorous, always wise contemplations reveal Franck’s lifelong confrontation with the human in himself and others.
Originally jotted down as reflections for himself and close friends, Franck’s insights will challenge you to consider new ways of experiencing your spiritual path and to savor what truly matters.
Previously published as A Little Compendium on That Which Matters by St. Martin’s Press
“Wise, witty, compassionate observations jolt us awake to the wealth of our planetary heritage.”
—Joanna Macy, author of Widening Circles and World as Lover, World as Self
“Franck’s words are thrilling, especially as evidence of his vocation as one who brings things together.”
—Spirituality & Health
“Frederick Franck is that rarest of human beings, a true eclectic … [enjoy] his beautiful, compassionate drawings!”
—Robert Aitken, author of The Morning Star: New and Selected Zen Writings
“Franck shows us a universal ecumenism that is rarely experienced. A treasure for those who are on a spiritual journey.”
—Matthew Fox, author of Original Blessing: A Primer in Creation Spirituality