"Through this complete meditation course, one of the West's most beloved Buddhist teachers points us toward the middle path: a path of simplicity. Her teachings unfold simply, free of jargon, ideal for a world where our fevered pursuit of pleasure and comfort leaves us ""like children playing in a house on fire, refusing to let go of our toys."" Grounded in everyday experience, the book includes a wealth of exercises and advice to help the reader along the path."