I didn't expect this book to be so short (mine was 112 pages...) but it's full of wise writing like Nouwen always shares... just not my favorite of what I've read from him. It focuses on wisdoms from the "desert mothers and fathers" and was a little different than what I was expecting, but focuses on three stepping stones: solitude, silence, and prayer -- I can totally get behind those. It's really just such a quick read, and not as meaty or rich as other books by Nouwen, so I wouldn't start here if you're new to his writing.