{"title":"Martin Palmer","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to the world of Martin Palmer, a distinguished author celebrated for his insightful contributions to the realms of self-help and personal development. Delve into Palmer's works and uncover the profound wisdom woven into each page, offering guidance and solace to those embarking on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his esteemed works is \u003cem\u003eThe Promise of Kuan Yin\u003c\/em\u003e, a book that explores the compassionate teachings of Kuan Yin, the revered goddess of mercy in Chinese Buddhism. With a unique blend of spirituality and practical advice, Martin Palmer crafts narratives that resonate with readers seeking to enhance their lives and deepen their understanding of the world around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eHis books are a treasure trove for anyone eager to foster a sense of inner peace and fulfilment. Whether you are new to personal development or a seasoned seeker of wisdom, Martin Palmer's writings serve as enlightening companions on your path to self-improvement.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"the-promise-of-kuan-yin-by-jay-ramsay-9781642970210","title":"The Promise of Kuan Yin","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe best and most comprehensive book on the most important and best-loved Chinese goddess.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWalk down the streets of Chinatown in any American or Western European city and look around. She is there. Walk through the downtown streets, look in a shop window. She is there. Go to any city in China and open your eyes. She is there, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eKuan Yin is the most ubiquitous Chinese deity—and the most loved. She is the living expression of compassion whose gentle face and elegant figure form the centre of devotion in most Chinese homes and workplaces. Until relatively recently, she was barely known in the West, and few studies had been made of her.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally published as \u003cem\u003eKuan Yin\u003c\/em\u003e by Harper Collins in 1995 (and republished as \u003cem\u003eThe Kuan Yin Chronicles\u003c\/em\u003e by Hampton Roads in 2009), this seminal work explores the origins and evolution of the goddess in ancient China, early Buddhism, Taoism, and shamanism. Religious scholar Martin Palmer and Chinese divination expert Man-Ho Kwok discuss the Kuan Yin myths and stories, and Jay Ramsay provides fresh translations of 100 Kuan Yin poems that function both as literature and divination tools.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\"A compelling story that reads like a detective mystery . . . and shows the contemporary reassertion of the Goddess in the hearts and minds of men and women.\" - Riane Eisler, author of \u003cem\u003eThe Chalice and the Blade.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePreviously published as \u003cem\u003eThe Kuan Yin Chronicles.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46869013987564,"sku":"9781642970210","price":49.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/26692223482772.jpg?v=1759780739"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/martin-palmer.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}