For the past thirty years the Dalai Lama has consistently recommended Shantideva's "A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life" as essential reading for those interested in applying Buddhist philosophy to daily life. Here, David Michie provides an accessible guide to 'the best of' Shantideva. He draws on a wide variety of scientific sources - from mindfulness training to cognitive behaviour therapy, from neuropsychology to quantum physics - to show how Shantideva's Guide is as relevant as ever.
