Schmidt has gathered here the most accessible, down-to-earth writings published on this subject in English and organized it as a study and practice guide for the serious beginner on the Dzogchen path. This collection includes writings from well-known and venerable masters Padmasambhava, Milarepa, Shantideva, and Tulku Urgyen Rinpoche, among others. Complete with tutorial notes for each sub-topic, it is intended to assist both independent students and teachers leading workshops.