Mountain, Get Out of My Way: Life Lessons and Learned Truths [Abridged] [Audio Cassette]

Montel Williams (Author), Daniel Paisner (Author)

Book Description

The host of a nationally syndicated daytime talk show draws on his life story, and his motivational presentations for young people, to offer inspiration and advice on getting the most out of life while avoiding its pitfalls. Read by Montel Williams. Simultaneous.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

TV talk-show host Williams grew up in a Baltimore family in which both parents worked multiple jobs and demanded his adherence to conventional values. Unable to afford college, he enlisted in the Marines and won an appointment to Annapolis. On graduation, Williams became an intelligence officer but had his greatest success as an inspirational speaker to young-adult audiences, even attracting the attention of the White House. It was a short step to television, where his program is syndicated nationally. In his book, written with freelancer Paisner, Williams cautions minority group members: never forget that you will face discrimination, but battle to overcome it. After a disappointing first chapter, in which he argues that putting prayer into our schools will solve many of the nation's problems, the rest of the book is absorbing. Author tour.
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From Library Journal

Williams, one of daytime television's most popular talk show hosts, here imparts the motivational guidelines that helped him achieve success.
Copyright 1995 Reed Business Information, Inc.

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Product Details

• Audio Cassette
• Publisher: Time Warner AudioBooks; Abridged edition (February 1996)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570422222
• ISBN-13: 978-1570422225
• Product Dimensions: 8.6 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,901,204 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A must read for any teenager, April 13, 2003

By A Customer

This review is from: Mountain, Get Out of My Way: Life Lessons and Learned Truths (Hardcover)

In Montel William's book, he brings much light onto the never-ending battle people have with frustration and "hard times." I was given this book as a gift from my mom. She said she heard from people at work that it was very eye-opening and motivational. I would be lying if I said I didn't agree. From the opening chapter, until the very end, you'll get a feeling of warmth and bursts of motivation as you read about the trials and tribulations of Montel as you begin to relate to your own life experiences. His recollection of a motivational lecture at a high school where he calls on a young boy to discuss issues of morals (chapter 2?) will put an ear-to-ear smile on your face. While this book is not a "billion-dollar" winner, it sure is worth a read. I find myself thinking about this book in particular when I come across situations in my life that require personal integrity and determination. I am now 18 and I still think about the words and wisdom that Montel had to offer. Do yourself a favor and give it a chance, it might be as influential on you as it was me.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A worthwhile read, especially for young people., June 22, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Mountain, Get Out of My Way: Life Lessons and Learned Truths (Audio Cassette)

This book provided a nice insight into Montel Williams, the man. The book was short and uncomplicated, and I read it in two days. Montel and Paisner do a decent job of keeping it simple. The chronology of the book enabled the reader to walk through Montel's life with him. The reader will learn that he is an ordinary man who has done extraordinary things with his life. Readers may even get renewed and set some goals of their own. However, the book does have some cliches` in it. He does a nice job of discussing the ever-present topic of his interracial marriage. After reading this book, I re-committed to some goals of my own. This book is worth a read, while not being very expensive.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely inspiring and keeps the reader involved, November 21, 1997

By A Customer

This review is from: Mountain, Get Out of My Way: Life Lessons and Learned Truths (Hardcover)

Montel Williams is the ONLY talk show host that I watch. He addresses real issues and provides help to those that wish to receive it. His book does no less and provides the reader with how he "came to be". With the many issues that we have in the world today, especially those that face our younger generation, Montel has quite a bit to offer. I would recommend reading this book for all ages. There are many helpful ideas he presents that we can implement into our own lives as adults as well as parents who are or will be facing the difficulties today that our teenagers must live through. EXCELLENT reading - I couldn't put the book down!