Money, Sex and Power: The Challenge of the Disciplined Life. Hardcover - 1985

San Francisco, CA HarperCollins: HarperSanFrancisco, 1985. Hardcover First Edition (1985); Second Printing. Very Good+ in Near Fine DJ: The Book shows mild shelving wear along the bottom edge of the quarter-cloth boards; the binding is square and secure; the text is clean. Free of creased or dog-eared pages in the text. Free of any underlining, hi-lighting or marginalia or marks in the text. Free of any ownership names, dates, addresses, notations, inscriptions, stamps, plates, or labels. A handsome copy, structurally sound and tightly bound, showing mild wear only. Close to 'As New'. The DJ shows only the mildest rubbing to the panels; the price is intact; mylar-protected. Very close to 'As New'. NOT a Remainder, Book Club, or Ex-Library. 8vo. (8.5 x 5.85 x 1.1 inches). xii, 260 pages. Language: English. Weight: 17.4 ounces. First Edition (1985); Second Printing. Hardback with DJ. Foster's book is a well-written exploration of the central spiritual disciplines of the Christian faith. Foster handles his subject matter with a combination of Biblical perspective, wisdom from the greats of the Christian tradition across the centuries, common sense, and a dash of humor. Foster's over-arching message that the Christian life can be both committed and joyful, serious and full. As with Celebration of Discipline, this book provided extensive food for reflection. Foster's thought shows deep roots in the Christian tradition: he refers to early Quaker greats, the Church fathers, or founders of various monastic fellowships. Furthermore, his call to the vows of simplicity, fidelity, and service feels wisely and bracingly counter-cultural in a time when even many spiritual books have soft, affirming, back-patting messages. I highly recommend the book for any Christian seeking a solid spiritual meal.