Golden Rules: Following the Common Thread

In this small book, the stories and golden rules of 22 cultures are shared, highlighting that while we have many differences, our most powerful guiding philosophy - reciprocity - is one that we return to time and time again.

"The Golden Rules is a well-written summary... of what truly matters in life no matter where you are from and who you are. These life guidelines are universal and timeless. Lura has whittled away the fat to reveal the truth of the way life is best lived in tasty bite-sized servings." - Whitney Vosburgh, owner/curator MOTHERS Art & Antique Gallery

"This book is a necessary book given where we are as a global society today. While it recognizes differences within cultures it points a light onto our "distinct self" as a species that all cultures have shared throughout time. We may inhabit this planet differently but we share that "Golden Rule" collectively whether we know it or not. Call it reciprocity, call it empathy - we are as one guided by our actions on how we treat others." - RJ Heller, author, journalist and columnist

About the Author:
Lura Jackson grew up on the rural northeastern coast of Maine. There she learned, with the help of her parents, a robust appreciation for nature and ecology. She carried that forward into a fascination with human history and cultures, culminating in an interdisciplinary master's degree from the University of Maine with a focus on peace and reconciliation. In her career as a journalist, she continues to meet - and learn from - people, places, and animals from all walks of life. Her other books include Images of America: Eastport and Images of America: Calais.