Love in Action

Love in Action is a collection of over two decades of Thich Nhat Hanh's writing on nonviolence, peace, and reconciliation. Reflecting on the devastation of war, he makes the strong argument that mindfulness, insight, and altruistic love are the only sustainable bases for political action. This timeless book is an important resource for those interested in social change. Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the most revered Zen teachers in the world today. He played a central role in theh Buddhist nonviolent movement for peace in Vietnam during the 1960's and served as Chair of the Buddhist Peace delegation to the Paris Peace Talks. His best-selling books include Happiness and Peace Is Every Step. He lives in Plum Village in southwest France, where he teaches the art of mindful living.