Book of Awakening Inspiration Cards: 64 Colour Inspiration Cards (Tarcher Inspiration Cards)

Mark Nepo

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9780399167478: Book of Awakening Inspiration Cards: 64 Colour Inspiration Cards (Tarcher Inspiration Cards)

ISBN 10: 0399167471 ISBN 13: 9780399167478

Publisher: Tarcher, 2013

The Book of Awakening is a modern classic written in the year 2000 in response to the author s journey through the trials of a cancer diagnosis, and catapulted to fame in 2010 when it made Oprah s annual list of her Favorite Things. Having touched the lives of hundreds of thousands of readers, Mark Nepo s wisdom continues to be a daily guide for living life in hard times and good times and, most importantly, living authentically. Now Tarcher is proud to offer this inspiring journey as part of its Inspiration Cards series, featuring beautifully designed cards with insights that, in the author s own words, will help people meet their days and inhabit their lives.

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Review:

Ironically, when we walk in the shadow of death, it is a time when we feel illuminated by life's true meaning. Poet and philosopher Mark Nepo has first-hand experience with this mystery, having been diagnosed with cancer. During his arduous recovery, he sought inspiration and guidance that would reflect his glowing appreciation of life. This daybook is exactly what Nepo longed for; it is book that can be appreciated by readers in all walks of life.

Starting with 1 January and finishing with 30 December, this collection of essays offers a poet's sensibility and sensuality. Yet it also offers well-harvested wisdom. "Water reflects everything it encounters", Nepo writes in a 5 May essay. "This is so commonplace that we think water is blue, when in fact it has no colour... But the water, the glorious water everywhere has taught me that we are more than what we reflect or love. This is the work of compassion: to embrace everything clearly without imposing who we are and without losing who we are". After each entry, Nepo offers a short list of suggestions or questions to help carry the essay into the day. There are many inspirational daybooks out there. What sets this one apart is the mature poet's voice rising from a seasoned soul. --Gail Hudson

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'Mark Nepo has written a beautiful book ... I've been blessed and humbled by reading his words' Marianne Williamson, author of Enchanted Love. (Marianne Williamson)

'A year's supply of inspiration every day and the perfect gift for yourself and your friends' Oprah Winfrey. (Oprah Winfrey)

'A year's supply of wise and shining thoughts to be taken, one a day, like vitamins for the soul' Rachel Naomi Remen, author of Kitchen Table Wisdom. (Rachel Naomi Remen)

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