WAY OF THE PEACEFUL WARRIOR has become one of the most beloved spiritual sagas of our time. Shared among friends and families, this multimillion-copy word-of-mouth bestseller has been translated into twenty languages and has inspired men and women of all ages worldwide.
Despite his success, college student and world-champion athlete Dan Millman is haunted by a feeling that something is missing from his life. Awakened one night by dark dreams, he wanders into an all-night gas station. There he meets an old man named Socrates, and his world is changed forever. Guided by this eccentric old warrior and drawn to an elusive young woman named Joy, Dan begins a spiritual odyssey into realms of light and shadow, romance and mys-tery. His journey leads him toward a final confrontation that will deliver or destroy him.
This classic tale, told with heart and humor, speaks to the peaceful warrior in each of us. Countless readers have been moved to laughter and tears - even moments of illumination - as they rediscover life's larger meaning and pur-pose. Journey with Dan on the peaceful warrior's path to unreasonable happi-ness. Find out for yourself why this book changes lives.
 
In this companion to Way of the Peaceful Warrior, Dan Millman sheds new light on ancient wisdom. Over the years, readers have asked many compelling questions about mysterious elements in his bestselling classic. In this powerful new work, Dan has selected one hundred key passages and added incisive commentaries to clarify the timeless teachings of his old mentor, Socrates. With practical wisdom gained over the past three decades, Dan shares fresh insights that readers can apply directly to their everyday lives.
 
Wisdom of the Peaceful Warrior speaks to all adventurous souls seeking a deeper understanding of life. For Dan Millman's loyal readers as well as those new to his work, this book reveals how to live each day with a peaceful heart and a warrior spirit.