Shah's father introduced us to a new way of reading stories, some ancient, rendered in modern vernacular, that preserve and transmit traditional teachings for full human experience. This book re-emphasizes their significance and offers an approach to incorporating them into one's life and appreciating their universal, intrinsic value. It is written in Shah's usual anecdotal style, based on day to day encounters with interesting people who take very seriously the responsibility of preserving and transmitting the wisdom contained in tales whose messages are vitally important in all cultures.