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Nothing, 2nd Edition

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Nothing is a peaceful look at one's mind and the positions, issues, and subconcious responses we all fall prey to every day. Reading it is like flowing along a cyclic path as the author takes you on a journey through the mind. The author has a unique perspective that is both intriguing and encouraging. For anyone looking to achieve greater insight into oneself, greater emotional maturity, Nothing is a wonderful book to help in building a substantial foundation for future growth.

One doesn't have to "agree" with everything within Nothing to leave the experience of reading it with numerous jewels -- jewels that help provide that critical insight into oneself; jewels that become more and more apparent as one uses the lessons within to become more self-aware, more alive, more loving. In a way, Nothing is a significant part of everything.

Thanks Mr. Sloman for your wonderful contribution.

I read this book almost twenty years ago and throughout that time many of its phrases and similies have remained with me. It is a book written with an elegant simplicity and flow that deals some of the deepest human concerns. With a sure footed grace James Sloman consistently avoids over-simplification while at the same time addressing the reader in a direct, clear, and down to earth manner.

I just finished re-reading the book and enjoyed it so much that I checked on Amazon to see if it were still in print. I am glad to see that it is. This is a book that wears well. Even those well versed it its subject manner will be charmed at Mr. Sloman's eqoquent exposition. Those who are new to the viewpoints presented in the book will find a balanced, thoughtful, and always understandable presentation that presumes no special knowledge other than some experience with life. Because of this, it is the sort of book that people of all ages can enjoy.

"Nothing" has something to offer. If you're looking for a very easy to follow guide to the tenants of Zen Buddhism, Mr. Sloman's book might be of interest to you. Zen Buddhism states that suffering on this earth is caused by illusion and attachments. The more detached you come from these things, the less you will suffer. Mr. Sloman repeatedly drives these tenants home, through many examples from various religious traditions. If you can at least intellectualize theses tenants, "Nothing" might seem more than a little repetitious to you. For those of you who meditate regularly already, reciting one's mantra will probably help you more than "Nothing" will.

Jim does a great job in Nothing. With a very approachable manner about his writing style, I was able to work through the piece in a weekend. The subject matter that Jim attacks is the very fiber of our existence. It is almost something our mind would rather not have us read but we must. I highly recommend this book to anyone who is looking for some guidance in regards to their own self actualization and purpose.

This book has had a profound effect on my life for the better. If you can appreciate the meditative life..particularly 'mindfulness', being still, Zen...you will appreciate the words in this book. I hope these words leave you with Nothing at all. :-)

This book is a "must" for the people who are willing to courageously review their life. And if you don't live with purpose and courage yet, this book will guide you to doing so. I've used Sloman's book for over fifteen years as a touchstone, and am now giving it to nieces and nephews as they come up to adulthood to help "set their sails" for a contented whole life experience.

It's a wonderful experience ! Nothing, by jim sloman is a amazing surprise. I'm learning so much with this book.