Prepared over a period of nearly 10 years, it is the distillation of the thoughts of around a thousand Quakers with an interest in spiritual subjects. The book includes inspirational writings and personal stories about challenge and opportunity, which reflect on the geography and social history of Australia. It is arranged under subject headings such as Experiences of the Spirit, Images of God, Silence and stillness, Faith in action, Prayer, Truthfulness and integrity, Simplicity and peace, Life stages and challenges and Indigenous people. The book can be used for personal study and meditation, for group work or just for inspiration. It has an extensive glossary