This classic work of spirituality is a response to the question: 'What does it mean to live life in the Spirit of Jesus Christ? Nouwen finds it to be a lonely business, as Dante also found when he said: 'In the middle of the way of our life I find myself in a dark wood'. However we can and must reach out to our fellow human beings and to God. 'The plan and concept of this book are excellent. Fr Nouwen is particularly good on the whole business of getting to know ourselves…he says it well and with considerable insight'.THE TABLET 'It is quiet and impressive, giving an impression of wise maturity. At the same time it is full of insight into contemporary situations, the work of a man who has an intimate knowledge of people'.CHURCH TIMES 'There are great riches for us to find here, as Nouwen explores areas of spirituality rarely touched on in our own evangelical tradition'.CHURCH OF ENGLAND NEWSPAPER

• Interest in Nouwen’s work has increased since his death. • Putting together these titles makes a new and more substantial book than usually comes from this author. • Spirituality books have a growing popularity in both the general market and the Christian trade. • Gerard Hughes will also add weight to the book.