The Book of the Shepherd: The Story of One Simple Prayer, and How It Changed the World

The Book of the Shepherd is a timeless story, an inspirational fable that is full of life lessons for us all. Set in a mythical time, in an unnamed land, it tells the tale of a shepherd who has been summoned by a dream to find "the new way." He and his companions must travel long distances and overcome many obstacles before they reach their goal. Along the way, they meet a cast of extraordinary characters, including The Story Teller, the Apothecary, the Blind Man and the Stranger. Each imparts an important story and lesson that further propels the travelers toward their encounter with destiny. Joann Davis, a publishing veteran, is married to the historian Kenneth C. Davis. They have two grown children, Jenny and Colin, and live in New York City and Dorset, Vermont."[this book] carries readers to a place too rarely visited in this hard world, a place where love and forgiveness triumph over our worst instincts. We are better people for becoming our own guides on this journey. Read The Book of the Shepherd and discover an untraveled highway."- Meredith Vieira, co-host of the "Today Show" and Richard M. Cohen, author of Strong at the Broken Places.…