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Like the Flowing River: Thoughts and Reflections

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Paulo Coelho is so down-to-earth yet wise. I picked up this book while travelling in Germany. I started to read the start to get an idea of it and simply couldn't put it down. As I read more, I decided that I wanted to share it with my family so I looked online and realized that it hasn't been published in a lot of countries yet. It seems like a coincidence that I happened to buy it when I did, and especially at this point in my life.

It's compiled of many short stores (only 1-3 pages each. They are mostly his life experiences and the experiences of people he has met through his life. It is a wonderful book, I find it gives me hope, makes me think, and fills me with serenity. Although some bits are a tad too religious, I have found it overall truly magnificent.

I heard about this book from several people and decided to pick up a copy. A variety of short didactic stories, each teaching through an intriguing tale. Good short reads for just before going to bed. Very human. Enlightening. Highly recommended.

This book is beyond 5 stars! It has stories that teach so much! I simply love it! I read and re-read this book often. This is one of the books that I will always treasure and keep.

The book was purchased as a present and did not turn up after the due date. World of Books USA accepted the problem, resent the book and this did arrive. The recipient sent a note to us that says ".. thank you for "Like the Flowing River". I just got it yesterday and have read a few pages. It is clear already that I will thoroughly enjoy this book! I love the short story format and their messages. I am looking forward to reading more tonight and ... every time I pick it up.

Paulo Coelho - And, it has been a wonderful experience reading Alchemist and later, The Fifth Mountain and Like the Flowing River:Thoughts and Reflections. While the book narrates his experiences down the time, his writing is indeed poetic which brings in hope and joy to the soul. This book is an intimate collection of the Author and powerful short stories of life and spirituality - speaking of life, destiny, love and more. When I met the Author online through his writings, it had been pleasure placing him as a Columnist and reading his books and articles became my passion. Some of the titles covered in this book which I like most are:

1. The story of the Pencil
2. Genghis Khan and his Falcon
3. On Manuel
4. Restoring the web
5. Raj tells me a story
6. Statutes for the new Millenium
7. On Rhythm and the Road

So many - experiences and thoughts of Paulo Coelho and I am sure, you will love to read this book and treasure it, gift it. Enjoy.

- ilaxi patel
Author of Guardian of Angels
Guardian of Angels: A Practical Guide to Joyful Parenting

I should not have expected too much from this book. It was below my expectation. 10% of contents are very good but other 90% are just-so-so or even some of them might be added for volume. The subjects or themes are a little bit poorly organized. If Mr. Paulo Coelho wrote this book using strategic thinking by focusing on several key topics and by categorizing similar topics, it would be one of best books. Though, I appreciate 10% which will be remembered for the time being.

Like the Flowing River: Thoughts and Reflections