Desmond Tutu Books

His Holiness, the Dalai Lama is a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. His teachings advocate compassion and Buddhism, and he’s written several books about them.

Desmond Tutu, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient and civil-rights activist for racial reconciliation, was a South African archbishop. A famous opponent of apartheid in South Africa, he wrote a number of books, including The Book of Forgiving.

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 Books: The Book of Joy by Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu

The Book of Joy

Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu
Lasting Happiness in a Changing World
4.6 (390 ratings)
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What's The Book of Joy about?

The Book of Joy (2016) is an insightful guide to living a life free of sadness, stress and suffering. These blinks are full of actionable ways to cultivate joy for yourself and others while overcoming the obstacles that so often prevent people from finding happiness on earth.

Who should read The Book of Joy?

  • People who are feeling down on life
  • Those who struggle to cultivate meaningful relationships
  • Anyone interested in Buddhist teachings

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 Books: The Book of Forgiving by Desmond Tutu & Mpho Tutu

The Book of Forgiving

Desmond Tutu & Mpho Tutu
The Fourfold Path for Healing Ourselves and Our World
4.6 (337 ratings)
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What's The Book of Forgiving about?

The Book of Forgiving (2014) is a practical guide to harnessing the power of forgiveness and healing in your own life. As humans, we will all experience hurt at some points in our lives. We’ll also harm other people, intentionally or not. Learning to both hold yourself and others  accountable and forgive them for what they’ve done will transform your personal relationships and broader communities. 

Who should read The Book of Forgiving?

  • Anyone who is estranged from a loved one, and is looking for ways to reconcile
  • Psychology buffs interested in a contemporary approach to forgiveness, and how it can change our lives
  • Admirers of Archbishop Desmond Tutu who want to learn more about his pioneering work in forgiveness. 

What's No Future Without Forgiveness about?

No Future Without Forgiveness is a compelling account by Desmond Tutu, the renowned South African Archbishop. In this book, Tutu reflects on his experiences as the Chairman of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission in post-apartheid South Africa. He delves into the complexities of forgiveness and the healing power it holds, offering profound insights into the potential for reconciliation in the face of deep-seated conflict and injustice.

Who should read No Future Without Forgiveness?

  • Individuals seeking to understand the power and challenges of forgiveness

  • Those interested in the history and reconciliation process of post-apartheid South Africa

  • Readers looking for personal stories and insights from Archbishop Desmond Tutu