Two spiritual giants. Seven days. One timeless question.

Two spiritual giants. Seven days. One timeless question.

The ultimate source of happiness is within us. DALAI LAMA

We grow in kindness when our kindness is tested. DESMOND TUTU

Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama were friends for many, many years. Between them, they have endured exile, violence and oppression. And in the face of these hardships, they continued to radiate compassion, humour and above all, joy.

To celebrate His Holinesss eightieth birthday, Archbishop Tutu travelled to the Dalai Lamas home in Dharamsala. The two men spent a week discussing a single burning question: how do we find joy in the face of suffering?

This book is a gift from two of the most important spiritual figures of our time. Full of love, warmth and hope, The Book of Joy offers us the chance to experience their journey from first embrace to final goodbye.