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At all times, people repeatedly encounter their limits and must face extreme challenges. Peter Hohler has found a way to cope with this in the practical wisdom of the desert fathers and mothers. Those who wish to survive "in the desert," like they did, need more than just water and bread. They must learn to come to terms with themselves—and in confronting their own longings, strengths, and weaknesses, they may discover a sense of purpose somewhere in between. The thematically organized wisdom of the desert fathers tells the stories of how people navigated through desolate times, illustrating that there is life between fears and threats. Their experiences also open up new perspectives for today. This wisdom of the desert fathers can still provide guidance in crisis situations today.