Per has written on a number of subjects and his most recent work revolves around universal ethics, his thoughts on the socio-political issues of our times, environment and climate change and mindfulness.
Journeys in Buddha Land (Vol I)
This is an honest attempt to take you along on small journeys; visiting spiritual destinations, meeting real people and sincere reflections around our lives and the welfare of the planet, culminating in ideas speaking to some of the questions of our time. The journeys will take us from South Korea to Sweden and from the heart of Africa to the “Roofs of the World” and more special places. Hopefully, this will stimulate your mind, engage your soul and leave behind a sense of warm-heartedness. This book is about a quest to look for Universal Ethics, the common values humankind need to share and realise to address some of the challenges of today’s world.
Journeys in Buddha Land (Vol II)
The journeys will once again take us from the rich and diverse spirituality of the South Asian sub-continent to European cities and towns, dealing with some of the pressing issues of today with reflections on the spiritual genius of the sages of the Axial Age over 2,500 years ago. This book is also about rediscovering and applying eternal wisdom and Universal Ethics, common values humankind needs to adopt, share and implement in order to address some of the challenges of today’s world.
The Journey of the Helgö Buddha
In July 1956, a small bronze Buddha statue was found on the swedish island of Helgö in a Viking era settlement. The experts established that the statue had been crafted during the 6th century CE in the Swat Valley of what is now Pakistan. What had been the fate of this beautiful and precious artefact? How had the statue travelled over such a long distance?
The “Journey of the Helgö Buddha” takes you on a captivating voyage spanning centuries and continents. Meet strong characters like Lokaksema the state maker or Arne the Viking captain and experience an adventure that reveals the profound connections between civilisations.