First published in the United States more than thirty years ago, Being Peace was one of Thich Nhat Hanh’s earliest books to reach American readers. Originally written as both a guide for peace activists and a reflection on the peace movement of its time, it quickly became a sensation—and remains an indispensable companion on the spiritual path today.

Translated into more than thirty languages and with over half a million copies sold in the U.S. alone, Being Peace is often described as like drinking a cool glass of water on a hot day. Many of Thich Nhat Hanh’s most enduring teachings appear here in his clear, steady style, including one of his most-quoted insights:

"Life is filled with suffering, but it is also filled with many wonders, like the blue sky, the sunshine, and the eyes of a baby. To suffer is not enough."