As an art lover and a person of faith, I enjoy this book. I was originally drawn to it for two reasons. One, it's Nouwen - and his words are always words of love, instruction, heart and reassurance. Secondly, it was intriguing to me to find of book written by a Catholic about matters having to do with the Eastern Orthodox church. Nouwen does not fail on either score. It is, perhaps to me, not as enjoyable as "Life of the Beloved" or "Prodigal Son" but it is well worth putting at your place of prayer and taking a good deal of time with.

Along this vein (but different and easier), I would highly recommend Sister Wendy Becket's books:
On Joy: http://www.amazon.com/Sister-Wendys-Medi...
On Peace: http://www.amazon.com/Sister-Wendys-Medi...
On Love: http://www.amazon.com/Sister-Wendys-Medi...
On Silence: http://www.amazon.com/Sister-Wendy-Becke...