The Torch of Certainty — by Jamgon Kongtrul

This translation of a fundamental Tantric text reveals the richness and profundity of the intellectual and contemplative traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. The text describes the Four Foundation Practices that all practitioners of Vajrayana Buddhism must complete.

Luminous Heart - The Third Karmapa on Consciousness, Wisdom, and Buddha Nature

This superb collection of writings on buddha nature by the Third Karmapa Rangjung Dorje focuses on the transition from ordinary deluded consciousness to enlightened wisdom, the characteristics of buddhahood, and a buddha's enlightened activity.

As It Is — by Urgyen Tulku

Selected talks (in two volumes) given by the Dzogchen master - Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche - during the last two years of his life.

Mother of Knowledge - The Enlightenment of Yeshe Tsogyal — by Namkhai Nyingpo

Biography of Yeshe Tsogyal - the closest disciple of Padmasambhava - written by one of her fellow disciples. A rediscovered Terma text. Adopted for courses at five universities. Includes full color thankas, line drawings, map, and glossary. This text demonstrates the qualities and attitudes essential for the pursuit of the Vajrayana.

The Hundred Thousand Songs of Milarepa — translated by Garma C.C.Chang

Life-story and teaching of the greatest Poet-Saint ever to appear in the history of Tibetan Buddhism. Wherever he went, crowds of people gathered to hear his sweet sounding voice. This was the first complete version of the classic to appear in the West.

The Life of the Mahasiddha Tilopa — by Marpa Chokyi Lodro

Thought of have been composed in the 11th century by the renowned Tibetan yogi Marpa Lotsawa, is a compelling account of the 'complete liberation' of the guru of Naropa, and belongs to the genre of 'Buddhist hagiology'.

16th Karmapa Guru Yoga

This is the Basic Guru Yoga meditation of Diamond Way Buddhism, composed by the 16th Karmapa Rangjung Rigpe Dorje.

The Marvelous Companion - The Jatakamala of Aryashura

This is a translation of a collection of thirty-four stories of the previous lives of the Buddha (Jatakas), spoken by the Enlightened One himself and assembled and retold by the first-century master Aryashura.

The Gem Ornament of Manifold Oral Instructions — by Kalu Rinpoche

This book contains fourteen chapters dealing with aspects of the path to enlightenment as explained by His Eminence Kalu Rinpoche. The perspective is Buddhist in general, with teachings from the scriptures of the Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana traditions.

Foundation of Buddhist Meditation — by Ven. Kalu Rinpoche

This work outlines the basic meditation practices common to all seers of Tibetan Buddhism. It gives concise explanation of the Buddhist path leading to the supreme goal of enlightenment for the welfare of all sentient beings.