Gary Zukav is a notable American author celebrated for his works on human consciousness and spirituality. He was born on October 17, 1942. Zukav's influence is widespread, with four of his books becoming consecutive New York Times Best Sellers. His first book, The Dancing Wu Li Masters (1979), was awarded the U.S. National Book Award. His celebrated work, The Seat of the Soul, introduced transformative ideas on human consciousness, which he discussed extensively on The Oprah Winfrey Show, appearing more than 30 times starting in 1998.

Zukav's books have reached a global audience, being published in sixteen languages and selling millions of copies worldwide. His gentle humor, sensitivity, and profound insights have earned him a dedicated following.

A Harvard graduate and former U.S. Army Special Forces (Green Beret) officer in Vietnam, Zukav also actively participates in retreats and events through Genesis: The Foundation for the Universal Human, supporting the creation of authentic power and spiritual partnerships.