The Bookies last selection, Altered Traits: Science Reveals How Meditation Changes Your Mind, Brain, and Body, by Daniel Goleman and Richard Davidson, offered many revelations. Though heavy on the science, the authors' obvious long-standing enthusiasm enlightened our views on the escalating influence of meditation into the future. For those seriously interested in the subject, a must read.

Our next selection follows this train of thought within a fictional format. We'll read Breakfast with Buddha, by Roland Merullo. Published in 2008, this first in a trilogy, follows the course of the main character, Otto Ringling, traveling from New York to North Dakota, as he is introduced to Eastern wisdom and meditation. The Bookies spin the wheel once more on Tuesday, September 17th at 7 pm, at the Goodnow Library. Round up  your own copy at the Circulation Desk and join in the discussion.