A popular Tibetan teacher takes a fresh, accessible approach to the wisdom of his tradition by exploring The Jewel Ornament of Liberation by Gampopa (b. 1079), an important work of Tibetan Buddhist practice and philosophy. Drawing on years of experience teaching Western students, his explanation of the fundamentals of Buddhist practice - seeing through the illusions that cause suffering, acting with kindness, generosity and patience, attaining peace and lasting compassion - is easy to read and understand.