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Meher BabaHis life and Work

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Sparks of the Truth from theDissertations of Meher Babaa version by C.D. Deshmukh

1971. 95 pp. 51/4 X 8". $1.75

This volume of dissertations and sayingsof Meher Baba opens new perspectives onmany fundamentals of the spiritual iife. Thebook contains hints and guidance for thespiritual aspirant as weli as such chaptersas Reclaiming Lost Wayfarers, FromSuffering to Peace, and True Freedom andCreativity. Many lucid stories and analoguesillustrate and enliven the explanations.

Life at its Best by Meher Baba

1957. 73 pp. 4V2 X ZVa". Hardcover, $2.00

These sayings and messages, given byMeher Baba during his tour of America in

1956, offer insights into many aspects oflife and a view of the Divine Life. The attri

butes of God, mastership and discipieship,the ego, and the goal of Self-Realization areamong the topics discussed.

Beams from Meher Baba on theSpiritual Panorama by Meher Baba

1958. 88 pp. 4V2 X 71/2". Hardcover, $2.00

The essays of this book were given byMeher Baba specificaily in response toquestions raised concerning God Speaks.Many issues relevant to the mechanics ofthe spiritual life are given fuil consideration.

Sparks from Meher Bababy Meher Baba

1962. 24 pp. 43/4 X 71/4 ". $.50

Consisting of sayings gleaned fromvarious works and messages of Meher Baba,this is a very fine, wide-ranging collection ofsuch material.

II. Meher Baba's LifeThe Beloved by Naosherwan Anzar

The God-Man by C.B. Purdom

1964. 458pp. 6x9". Hardcover, $6.95

Completed by one of Meher Baba'swestern disciples in 1962, The God-Manremains the most authoritative and detailedbiography of Meher Baba published to thatdate. While essentially objective in itsapproach, the book retains a sensitivity tothe poignancy and the human dynamics thatsurrounded his activities. The final sectionincludes an interpretive study of Baba'steachings and silence.

1974. 158pp. 8x WA". Hardcover, $10.00

This colorful biography presents a carefully interwoven combination of text andpictorial material that unfolds Meher Baba'slife story in a special way. Many remarkablephotographs (165 in all) provide a fascinating visuai record of Baba's early childhood; his first contacts with his spiritualMasters; and the fifty subsequent years ofextraordinary work. A varied selection ofBaba's messages is included in a 34 pageappendix.

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The Perfect Masterby C.B. Purdom

1937. 344 pp. 5Va x 8". $3.95

Published in 1937, this excelient biography contains a weaith of informationabout Meher Baba's early years, includingincidents and conversations that are no

where else recorded. Written at Baba's

direction. The Perfect Master was the firstbook about him to appear in the West.(Available Feb. 1, 1976.)

The Wayfarers by William Donkin

1948. 492 pp. 7x 10". Hardcover, $10.95

Meher Baba's many years of work withmasts (spiritually advanced souls who havebeen overpowered by and are lost in love forGod) constitutes one of the major phases ofhis iife. Written at Meher Baba's request.The Wayfarers carefully documents thiswork. The book expiains for the first timethe characteristics of masts and the God-

Mad, and contains many iiveiy stories whichcapture the eccentric charm of these individuals while hinting at the extraordinarynature of Baba's work with them.

Avatar by Jean Adriel

1947. 285 pp. 6x9". $2.95

This biography, written by one of MeherBaba's eariiest American disciples, offers avery personal perspective of the silentMaster through 1947. The account includesstories illustrative of Baba's unique andindividualized methods of working as wellas discussions of various points of histeaching.

Much Silence by Tom andDorothy Hopklnson

1975. 190pp. 5% X 8Vz". Hardcover, $7.95

This brief, well-written biography providesa highly readable introduction to MeherBaba. it touches intelligently on all phasesof his life without going into the greaterdetail of other works. The five concludingchapters are devoted to Meher Baba'steaching.

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The Man and his Teaching

Listen, Humanity by Meher Baba,narrated and edited byD.E. Stevens

1957. 282 pp. 51/4 X 8". $3.45

Approaching the question of MeherBaba's identity from several differentangles. Listen, Humanity is particularlyappealing as an introductory book. Openingwith a narrative description of an intimatelove gathering of Baba and his easternlovers in 1955, the book continues with

several discourses by Baba on such subjects as death and immortality, war, love,and the spiritual path, and concludes with adiscussion of Meher Baba's declaration ofAvatarhood with several of Baba's ownstatements on this subject.

Darshan Hours by Meher Baba,edited by Eruch Jessawala andRick Chapman

1973. 72 pp. 53/4 X 9". $1.95

This book consists of conversationsMeher Baba had with several of his loversduring the summer of 1962. While containing invaluable advice and instruction forthe aspirant on the path of love, the bookrecreates much of the atmosphere thatcharacterized Baba's contacts with his dearones.

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Meher Baba, the CompassionateFather by Dr. H.P. Bharucha

1965. 108 pp. 4Va. X 7". $1.25

This book is devoted exclusively tostories of individual encounters with Meher

Baba. Full of simple yet moving incidentswhich might not receive mention elsewhere,it tells of the Beloved as experienced in thelives of His lovers.

What Am I Doing Here?by Ivy Oneita Duce

1966. 70 pp. 4V2 X 7". $1.20

Written with the intention of "opening awindow on the panorama of life," this bookintroduces in an informal, conversationaltone some of the basic facts concerningkarma, reincarnation, spiritualism, the evolution of consciousness and the spiritual path.

How a Master Works

by Ivy Oneita Duce

1975. 800 pp. Hardcover, $17.95

This largely autobiographical account bythe Murshida of Sufism Reoriented draws

on incidents from the author's experience toillustrate ways in which Meher Baba workedwith his disciples. While primarily concerned with the role which an authentic

Master assumes in the aspirant's life inguiding him towards spiritual perfection,the book touches upon a wide field of experience and will speak to individuals of manytastes and interests.

(Available Jan. 1, 1976.)

IV. In Praise of the Master

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In Dust I Singby Francis Brabazon

The East-West Gatheringby Francis Brabazon

1974. 156 pp. 5% X 9". $2.95

These short poems, written and readaloud for Meher Baba during the 1960's, arethe result of an inspired effort to createEnglish-language ghazals. A poetic formwhich originated among the Persian Sufis,the ghazal was a special favorite of MeherBaba's. The poems dwell on the theme ofthe lover and Beloved, and the many experiences on the path of love. Breaking newground in western poetic consciousness,this collection represents a fresh approachto English poetry.

1963. 58 pp. 53A xSVa". Hardcover, $2.75

Poetry and prose intermingle freely in thisaccount of the 1962 gathering of MeherBaba and his lovers from East and West inPoona, India. While based on an historicaloccurrence, the poet's true concern is withthe inner reality of the event as a meetingbetween lover and Beloved. Along with thenarration are lyrical song-poems describingdifferent faces of the Beloved, various typesof lovers, and the many moods and modesin which the interchange of love took place.

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Journey With Godby Francis Brabazon

1954. 35pp. 5V4 X 8Va". $1.25

Something of the majesty of Christhoodis captured in this short poem describing ajourney with Meher Baba through southernIndia in 1954. The book also includes asection of messages that Meher Baba gaveon this tour, as wel l as a discussion of theconcept of God-Man.

The Word at World's Endby Francis Brabazon

1971. 86 pp. 6x9". $1.95

This hard-hitting poem depicts through avariety of poetical styles the wasteland ofcontemporary society and the Word ofwords by which it will be redeemed.

Ways to Attain the SupremeReality by Malcolm Schloss

1952. 66 pp. 53/4 X 8Vz". $3.00

Several messages given by Meher Baba in1952 were at his request Interpreted intoverse form and collected into this volume.Simplicity is the essence of these poems,which dwell on the approaches to God andthe seven ways of winning His Grace.

The Infinite Gloryby Malcolm Schloss

1945. 66 pp. 53/4 X 81/2". $2.50

The 54 short, inspirational poems of thiscollection develop the theme of the glory ofGod in nature, in human relations, inessence, and in human perfection.

Processional of Joyby Malcolm Schloss

1946. 70pp. 53/4 X 8V2". $2.50

A feeling of spiritual overflow and ecstacypervades this 56-poem collection whosesubject is the one supreme Self that underlies and expresses itself through all life.

The Wisdom of Meher Bababy Ruth White

1957. 70 pp. 5Va X SV4". $2.50

A fullness of spiritual understanding ̂characterizes this absorbing collection,composed of 25 poems, each set opposite amessage of Meher Baba. The book alsoIncludes a 13-page introduction in which theauthor describes her own life and experiences with Meher Baba as the source andinspiration of her verses.

The Flower of Contemplationby Adah Francis Shifrin

1965. 70pp. 4Va X 5V2". $1.25

Written in prose form, this book is apersonal poetic statement of the author'svision of the Beloved as He reveals HimselfIn the world and the hearts of His lovers.Many sayings of Meher Baba are integratedinto the text.

The Face of Godill us. by James Meyer

1971. 24 pp. 5x5". $1.25

This brief book is composed of highquality pen and ink drawings of Meher Babaset opposite selected quotations in calligraphy. The combined effect is extremelyattractive, and Meher Baba's words presented in this context have a specialpotency.

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V. Children's Books

Meher Baba Is Love, ideas byAdah Francis Shifrin, iilus. byPatricia Sargent

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1961. 56 pp. 11 X 8^2 $3rm

This delightful book is composed ofquotes from Meher Baba, photographs ofhim with children and animals, poems(many written by children), and drawings.Printed in full color, the book is alive withjoy and humor.

Four and Twenty Blackbirdsby Francis Brabazon, iilus. bySheila Krynski

1975. 52 pp. 6 X 5". $2.25

This illustrated children's book is comprised of short poems by one of MeherBaba's intimate disciples. Here 24 nurseryrhymes such as Humpty Dumpty, SimpleSimon, and Jack and Jill are transformed sothat, while retaining the form and personality of the original, each is filled with a newawareness of God. These poems are setamid imaginative, two-color illustrationsthat bring out their distinctive elements.

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Meher Baba's House by Govinda,illus. by Dot Lesnik

1972. 40 pp. 73/4 X 73/4". $2.00

This book is a collection of short children's poems written in a playful style andprinted in two colors. Accompanied bylovely and imaginative watercolor illustrations of Meher Baba with children, the bookcaptures a very real feeling of the joy ofMeher Baba's presence.

The Turtle's Darshanby Bob Brown, illus. byPatti Eslinger

1973. 32 pp. 6x 71/4". $2.00

Set during the time of Meher Baba's visitto Myrtle Beach, South Carolina in 1956,this two-color, illustrated children's storytells of a turtle who was chosen by theanimals to receive Baba's darshan and ofthe message of love which he brought backto them.

Meher Baba Coloring Book,drawings by Leroy Parker

1975. 46 pp., 8V2 X 11". $1.50

intended for the entertainment of theyoung, the Meher Baba Coloring Bookcontains drawings of several of the historical Avatars and of Meher Baba at manystages of his life.

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VI. Periodicals

Meher Baba Journal, 1938-1942

Average issue: 72 pp. SVz x TVz". Presentlyavailable are Volume I, It's 1-12. $2.50 per issue.

Published monthly by Meher Baba's directive between 1938 and 1942, the Meher BabaJournals are an extraordinarily rich sourceof materiai about Meher Baba. It was herethat Baba's original Discourses firstappeared, one per issue. The Journalscontain additionally sayings and messagesby Baba as well as articles, stories, anecdotes, and poems written by his intimatedisciples, most of which can be foundnowhere else. The Journals are now available In facsimile reprints of the originals.

Note: a set of the first 12 issues [November,1938 through October, 1939] can now be purchased at a discount price of $24.00. In addition,any selection can be purchased at $2.25 per copyif the order includes at least six issues.

The Meher News Exchange,East/West

February 1972 through present, quarterly.Yearly subscription: $2.00 (postage paid).

Single issue: 50c. Back issues areavailable.

A quarterly newsletter. The Meher NewsExchange serves as a medium of communication among Meher Baba's lovers throughout the world. It follows developments ofinterest to Baba's followers, announcesactivities and projects by groups and individuals in the United States, Europe, India,Australia, and elsewhere, and gives newsrelating to Meherabad, Meherazad, andother places connected with Avatar MeherBaba's work. (Please note that subscriptionsto The Meher News Exchange are exemptfrom our 6% postage and handling charge.)

82 Family Letters to the WesternFamily of Lovers and Followers ofMeher Baba

Written by Man! (Manija SheriarIrani) with a new foreword byElizabeth C. Patterson.

1969, 1976. 376 pp., 8V2 x 11". Paperback. $8.95

In 82 Family Letters, Meher Baba's sister andclose disciple, Mani combines vibrantlanguage with an observant eye and a lifelongassociation with the Avatar of the Age to paintan intimate picture of Meher Baba's activitiesfrom 1956 to 1969.

With camera-like clarity, Mani describes thetouching stories of devotees' first meetingswith Meher Baba; the great outpourings of lovethat flowed continually to the thousands whocontacted him over those years; his radianceduring even the most strenuous darshans; theunforgettable sight of Baba bowing down tothe feet of the "untouchable" poor and thelepers; the tales of unwavering faith in Baba'sname; the routines of daiiy life for Meher Babaand his mandali] and the wonderful humor, thestirring power of the unique individual whotouched and changed so many lives around theworld.

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Sunset to Sunrise

by Lee Rogers Minchey1976. 48 pp., 5'/2 X 8Vi". Hardback. $4.95

This slim volume contains 28 poems writtenby Lee Minchey during 1975, the last year ofher life. She wasn't a poet in the technicalsense of the word and in some ways that is justas well - her thoughts and feelings were notlimited by any set forms of poetry. She was noteven trying to be a poet, but only to share withother hearts the deep love and comfort, theunderstanding and acceptance which came toher from Meher Baba in her final difficult year.Most of the poems draw on several recurrent

themes for their inspiration: the wonder ofnature; tales from the Bible; intimations of theAvatar's advent; and the personal suffering outof which her faith in Meher Baba was renewedand affirmed.

Tales from the New Lifenarrated by Eruch, Mehera, Maniand Meheru.

1976. 200 pp., 6" X 9". Paperback. $3.95

Told by four of Meher Baba's closestdisciples, this collection of tales recreates theatmosphere and panorama of Meher Baba'sremarkable New Life period (Oct. 16, 1949 -Feb. 16, 1952). The stories are transcribeddirectly from informal, taped conversationsand genuinely capture the flavor of personal"fe with the Avatar during this rigorous andunique phase of Baba's life.

One Real FriendRecord Album. $5,95

12 songs featuring Jim Meyer includinomany original compositions and otherfavorites.

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VII.

Recordings, Cassettes,

Pamphlets, Cards

Records

In His Love $5.00

The East-West Gathering 4.95Father of My Song 6.00The Ancient One 5.25You're Here at Last 6.00Wisemen —

A Circus of Self with Songs 6.00

Cassettes

Commentaries on the Discourses of AvatarMeher Baba by Don Stevens. Three high-quality, one-hour cassettes in a handsomealbum, containing live talks by the authorand editor of Listen, Humanity and co-editorof Discourses. $12.95.

Pamphlets

Meher Baba's Universai Message 3cGod in a Pill 25cjMeher Baba's Call 10cLove/The Travail of theNew World Order 25c

The New Humanity/Avatar 25cWhat Baba Means By Real Work 13cPilgrimage, a poem by Ward Parks 35c

Cards

My WishThe New Life Quote

How to Love God

The Prayer of Repentance

The Master's Prayer

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