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Jacob the Baker: Gentle Wisdom For a Complicated World [Paperback]

Noah benShea (Author)
4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)


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May 12, 1990
This wise little fable tells the story of a baker named Jacob, who scribbled his thoughts no bit of paper as he waited for his bread to rise. One day, a small paper was baked into a loaf and gradually people came by for bread and wisdom, and Jacob's sayings became known. Now they have been gathered into this gentle book for all to share.


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From Publishers Weekly

Jacob is a pious, modest, self-effacing baker who writes pithy aphorisms on scraps of paper. By chance, one of his maxims becomes baked inside a loaf of bread and is read by a woman who finds wisdom and solace in his words. He is asked to write more. Despite "a few too many sententious precepts," this remains a "delicate and finely tuned book," commented PW.
Copyright 1990 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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"Noah benShea is 'The Compass' because he has -- with wisdom, and compassion, and humor -- helped so many of us to find our way. He is like a Zen Mark Twain."
- Larry King, CNN

"Noah benShea has elevated the human spirit to great heights with his wisdom."
- Howard Schultz- Chairman and CEO STARBUCKS

"Noah benShea is a wise and compassionate man. His writings have touched me deeply. I highly recommend his work."
- Jack Canfield, Best-Selling author Chicken Soup for the Soul series

"The insights in Noah benShea-s work will benefit and transform all those who read it."
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"Noah benShea-s work is a valuable series of observations-I enjoyed it."
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"Truly an invaluable work."
- Delaine Eastin, California Superintendent of Public Instruction

Noah-s benShea-s work is full of lyrical distillations of common sense, parables, aphorisms, inspirations and truth-One might be tempted to keep this book by your bedside for a lifetime.
- Los Angeles Times

"You know the joy you feel when you-re browsing-and happen upon a new work-You will experience that joy every time you open Noah-s work."
- Joel Siegel-Good Morning America, ABC-TV

Noah benShea is a most appealing, most refreshing author answering questions with simple, practical, sometimes even metaphysical wisdom. - William Griffin, Religion Editor, Publisher-s Weekly

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Product Details

  • Paperback: 113 pages
  • Publisher: Ballantine Books (May 12, 1990)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 034536662X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0345366627
  • Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 4.9 x 0.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #827,950 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Noah benShea is one of North America's most respected and beloved poet-philosophers, and a source of strength to millions around the world. He is the international best selling author of 20 books translated into 18 languages, including the famed Jacob the Baker series. He has spoken and taught at the best universities; served as a Dean at UCLA, visiting lecturer at MIT and The Fuqua Graduate Business School at Duke University, guest professor of Philosophy at the University of California, San Francisco Medical School, and a Fellow at several long range think tanks including USC's Center for the Humanities, and the esteemed Center for the Study of Democratic Institutions.

A highly sought after public speaker, he is also a private advisor to corporate and political leaders, serves as an Ethicist for the The Sansum Diabetes Research Institute, was nominated for the Grawemeyer Award for Ideas that Improve the World Order, and in 2007 his work in Russian translation won 1st Prize at the European Intellectual Book Fair in Moscow. Noah benShea is also the Nat ional Laureate for the ALS Association.

 

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62 of 63 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A True Treasure!, May 1, 2006
This review is from: Jacob the Baker: Gentle Wisdom For a Complicated World (Paperback)
This book, the first in a trilogy, is a great collection of stories, thoughts, penses and ideas. It is a book in the great Jewish wisdom tradition. Jacob is a baker, and each day on his way to the bakery after his prayers he thinks and reflects on God and life. While the ovens are warming up, he jots down his thoughts. One day by accident, one of his scraps of thoughts gets baked into a loaf of bread. The lady who finds it is overwhelmed by its insight and wisdom. She asked the owner of the bakery if Jacob will share more of his ideas by baking one in each of some rolls for a dinner party for her. Reluctantly, Jacob agrees and his peaceful life is shattered.

Soon Jacob has no time for himself. When he goes home people are awaiting him, in the morning they are on the path to work, and every day they are in the bakery, asking him questions, seeking advice and wisdom. They soon desire to make Jacob their Tzadik, their wise man. These stories will warm your heart, and open your eyes to the divine in yourself and in others. It will teach you to live with love and grace and mercy towards others.
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars beautiful story!, August 10, 2002
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Great words of wisdom, thoughts to ponder. I love the messages of remembering to enjoy the moment as well as others. This book is a real keeper - highly recommeded!
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story !!, September 30, 2001
This review is from: Jacob the Baker: Gentle Wisdom For a Complicated World (Paperback)
This is a small-beautiful book. Full of profound aspects of life. The Jewish baker tell his stories and answer the questions form the people passed by.
Noah Ben Shea is a thinker who knows how to use the word and combine them back smoothly. The book splits into many small sesstions and leave the space for the reader to think along.
I would say this is a kind of simplified-philosophy book. But it ain't heavy at all. In contrast, it's ready for reader to digest.
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