Surfer and the Sage

Noah benShea is one of North America’s most respected and beloved poet-philosophers. He is the Pulitzer Prize–nominated author of 29 books, translated into 18 languages and embraced around the world. Shaun Tomson is a former World Surfing Champion and has been described as one of the greatest and most influential surfers of all time; he is an inductee in the US, Jewish, and South African Sports Halls of Fame. Shaun is also a world-renowned leadership mentor, entrepreneur, environmentalist, and author.

“Some great insights into riding the waves of life. If you surf, read this book. If you don’t surf, read this book."—Carissa Moore, surfing Olympic gold medallist and five-time world champion"Open-minded surfers will want to catch this wave." —Publishers Weekly"World champion surfer and inspirational author Shaun Tomson has done it again!His most recent project is a beautiful, little gem of a book titled The Surfer and the Sage which he co-wrote with Pulitzer Prize-nominated poet-philosopher, Noah benShea. Here at {pages} a bookstore in Manhattan Beach, CA we are proudly displaying and handselling this book to Dads, Grads, and all who are looking for a positive, uplifting missive about facing one’s challenges, embracing life’s gifts, and seeing the beauty and good out there. The message, the photos, the stories, and the package combine to make this a winner! For surfers and non-surfers alike!!"—Linda McLoughlin Figel, Pages BookstorePraise for Noah benShea:"The insights in Noah benShea's work will benefit and transform all who read it."—Deepak Chopra, international best-selling author and physician"Noah benShea is a wise and compassionate man. His writings have touched me deeply. I highly recommend his work!"—Jack Canfield, best-selling author of the Chicken Soup for the Soul series"Noah benShea is a national treasure!"—US Representative (CA) Lois Capps"It's a very nice thing to have an old friend who is full of wit and wisdom. For me, that friend is Noah benShea."—Sandy Koufax, Baseball Hall of Fame"Noah benShea is the Compass because he has, with wit, compassion, and humor, helped so many of us to find our way."—Larry King, CNN"Noah benShea has elevated the human spirit to great heights with his wisdom." —Howard Schultz, executive chairman, Starbucks"I am proud to have Noah benShea in my life. He is a spiritual, inspirational, and insightful man. Everyone needs a friend like Noah."—Herbert Simon, chairman emeritus, Simon Property Group, Inc., owner of the Indiana Pacers, and chairman, Kirkus Reviews"Noah benShea is a welcome source of compassion and humble wisdom." —Bob Costas, Emmy Award-winning sportscaster