Feng Shui Dos and Taboos: A Guide to What to Place Where [Paperback]

Angi Ma Wong (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: December 2000 | ISBN-10: 1928753019 | ISBN-13: 978-1928753018

In a crowded field of feng shui books, Feng Shui Dos and Taboos stands out as the only comprehensive and indispensable resource of over 400+ feng shui tips listed in alphabetical order. There are no chapters to read, just go to A for Altars, B for Bed, C for Crystals, D for Desks, from A to Z.

Compiled from many different schools of feng shui, this one-of-a-kind distinguishes itself in its inclusiveness and range of information on fine-tuning feng shui according to your horoscope, critical yearly influences that supersede feng shui, case studies from the author's extensive experience and expertise, and cultural gems as well as anecdotes.

An invaluable reference by which all other feng shui books will be measured, this is the original version from which the best-selling Feng Shui Dos and Taboos (chunky) 'Lil Red gift book and the Feng Shui Dos and Taboos for Love, and Feng Shui Dos and Taboos for Financial Succe$$ originated.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"...reason for the staying power of the book is the author herself...who is a master networker...so much charisma..." -- Judith Rosen, Publishers Weekly, October 29, 2001

About the Author

Celebrity feng shui consultant and best-selling author of Feng Shui Dos and Taboos, Angi Ma Wong has been seen by over 20 million people on OPRAH, Live Regis and Kelly, CNN Headline News, CBS Sunday Morning, Discovery and Learning Channels, TIME and over 300 Internet, broadcast and print features.

She is the author of 16 books, seven on feng shui, and has presented at the London International Feng Shui Conference, the 4th Feng Shui Conference in Orlando, Chicago Merchandise Mart, Pacific Design Center, Pacific Coast Builders Conference, National Assn. of Homebuilders, etc., and is the consultant to over 100 major commercial and residential real estate developers as well as thousands of private clients worldwide.

Product Details

• Paperback: 162 pages
• Publisher: Pacific Heritage Books (December 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1928753019
• ISBN-13: 978-1928753018
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,062,515 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Great little book, October 2, 2011

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Chandizzle (Buffalo, NY) - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Feng Shui Dos and Taboos: A Guide to What to Place Where (Paperback)

A friend suggested this book and after looking at hers I had to have my own copy. This book is great for someone that is interested in feng shui. I really like the information it gives and the suggestions. However...I can't tell whether the actions I have taken due to this book have really changed my life (example: tossing all of the dried flowers I've saved over the years) or whether it's me tricking myself mentally by believing it will improve my life...which essentially makes it an effective book whether it's real or not, right?

I say give it a shot with how inexpensive you can get it for and regardless of whether or not you believe in the power of feng shui, it will inspire you to remove clutter and baggage from your life.

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy to read and understand, March 25, 2008

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C. Debs (Greensboro, GA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Feng Shui Dos and Taboos: A Guide to What to Place Where (Paperback)

This is the most easily understandable Feng Shui book I have read. No fluff just straight info and very well-organized. Even a first time explorer of Feng Shui will "get it" with this book.

3.0 out of 5 stars Fun hints, but you'll need another book for context., July 12, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Feng Shui Dos and Taboos: A Guide to What to Place Where (Paperback)

This is a cute little book to keep on the coffee table and flip through during commercials, or even to use as a reference when you've just brought home a new decorative item and don't know where to put it. Each page lists one "do" or "don't", and the pages are arranged alphabetically according to subject. For example, under "Hallways" you'll find suggestions on how to mitigate the negative effects of a long narrow hall. Unfortunately, some of the suggestions won't be helpful to anyone not planning to move or completely renovate their home.

Without some other knowledge of feng shui, these tips may be bewildering. Some call for arranging items that most western households don't have around, such as crystals and Chinese coins. Some are just confusing, like saying to place a bird in a southwest room facing north but only if it's green, otherwise put it in a north room facing south, unless it's a metal bird figure then it has to be in a west room on the east wall. I'm paraphrasing here, so for heaven's sake don't try this out.

A few of the tips are so simple and striking as to make the whole book worthwhile. The words on gardens are particularly lovely. If you're planning to rearrange your entire household though, you will need more help.