Swami Kriyananda (J. Donald Walters; 1926?2013) founded and led the world's largest network of intentional communities, and oversaw the establishment of the well-known East West Bookshop chain, three publishing houses, several natural foods stores and restaurants, four schools, two world-renowned retreat centers, and a number of other small businesses, all of which continue to thrive and grow. His books and music recordings have sold over three million copies worldwide and are translated into over 25 languages.