Signals: An Inspiring Story of Life After Life [Hardcover]

Joel Rothschild (Author), Marc Allen (Preface), Neale Donald Walsch (Foreword)

Book Description

Publication Date: February 2000

Signals is an extraordinary true story of two friends, both living with AIDS, who make a simple but spiritually challenging pact: whoever dies first will try to contact, or “signal,” the other from beyond. Joel Rothschild, the more skeptical of the two, is the one left behind. His book chronicles a series of miraculous experiences and encounters that tell an amazing story and offer proof of an afterlife. One man’s journey from skeptic to believer, Signals shows that there is far more in heaven and earth than the human mind can comprehend. It’s a powerful story of awakening and transformation that takes readers on an unforgettable adventure.

--This text refers to the Paperback edition.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review

It is not surprising that spiritual leaders such as Iyanla Vanzant and Brian Weiss sing high praises for Joel Rothschild's miraculous story. "After 15 years of full blown AIDS, I am one of the longest living survivors in the world," says Rothschild, who chronicles his story of hope, healing, and "signals" from the afterlife in this humbly packaged hardcover.

As a natural-born skeptic, Rothschild never expected that he would begin receiving messages from his deceased friend Albert. Rather, Rothschild expected that he would wither in despair after he discovered the gray, lifeless body of his most cherished friend who was also infected with AIDS. Yet Rothschild could not ignore the "signals" that began to drift into his consciousness, specific words of guidance and support from his friend Albert. In fact, by opening himself up to the possibility of communication with the deceased, Rothschild began to discover that he actually possessed psychic gifts that could help other people in times of need and despondency. This is an archetypal story of how a shattered life can be rebuilt into a journey of inspiration and true meaning. Yet the tender voice of this unpretentious storyteller makes this true story feel highly unique and original. --Gail Hudson

Review

"I think Signals is wonderful. What you do when your back is against the wall is a testimony of who you are. Signals is a profound testimony to the tenacity of the human spirit and the courage of its author. What a blessing!" - Iyanla Vanzant, author of One Day My Soul Just Opened Up

"Eloquently written, Joel's book Signals is more than merely inspiring. I find it illuminating: a revelation of enormous impact and importance. It is that Treasure of Treasure for which every thinking person searches." - Neale Donald Walsch, author of Conversations with God

"Signals stands as a bright beacon. Through his encounters with a world parallel to the one we perceive as real, Joel Rothschild's story stands as a strong testament to love's infinite power." - Marianne Williamson, author of "Return to Love"

"Signals is a work of great beauty and profound spiritual power. Everyone who has lost a loved one to death should read it - and that is no exaggeration!" - Raymond A. Moody M.D., PH.D., author ofLife After Life and The Last Laugh

"Signals makes visible the invisible world that surrounds and supports us all. An eye witness report it speaks to the skeptic and believer alike." - Julia Cameron, author of The Artist's Way

"SIGNALS is a testament ot the lights of love that shine in the darkest nights of loss and suffering, waking us up to a universe of grace and wonder." - Joan Borysenko, author of Fire in the Soul

"SIGNALS is a wonderful proof that the field of all possibilities exists and that within it we are never apart from those we love." - Deepak Chopra, author of Seven Spiritual Laws of Success

"I congratulate Joel Rothchild on his heroic survivor's life that is narrated in his very moving book." - John Rechy, award-winning literary novelist and author of twelve creative novels

"Like Joel, I hope by reading this wonderful story you will come to accept what we are capable of experiencing if we open our minds, hearts, and lives." - Bernie Siegel, M.D., author of Love Medicine, and Miracles

"Signals is a wonderful and inspiring story of hope and of triumph over illness and devastating loss. We can all learn about the real values of life from Joel Rothschild 's beautifully crafted book, for his spiritual journey is our's as well. I urge you to read this book." - Brian Weiss M.D., author of Many Lives, Many Masters

"This book is a masterpiece of courage and a testament to the spirit and power of healing for all of us." - Carolyn Myss, author of The Anatomy of the Spirit -- Various Author Comments

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 160 pages
• Publisher: New World Library; First Edition edition (February 2000)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577311507
• ISBN-13: 978-1577311508
• Product Dimensions: 7.8 x 5.3 x 0.9 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (67 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #988,854 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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47 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Tears and Goosebumps!, March 15, 2000

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M.A. Wilson - See all my reviews

This review is from: Signals: An Inspiring Story of Life After Life (Hardcover)

I loved this book! It brought tears to my eyes and gave me goosebumps!

After the death of his beloved Albert, Joel acquired the gift of communicating with other people's spirits. He would walk by a stranger and get an overwhelming urge to give them a message from someone had passed on to the other side. I was particularly touched by his kindness and compassion towards people.

One story I found particularly touching was about a young man who had lost his life partner to Aids. He was grief-stricken and could find no comfort from the emotional pain he was experiencing. Joel told him he had a five word message for him. This man went on to pour his heart out to Joel, sharing his grief, his anger and his pain. He told Joel how he cried out to his lover at night, "Can you hear me?"

The five word message Joel had for him was, "Yes, I can hear you." Still gives me cold chills.

I'm a huge skeptic but there was too much here to chalk up to mere coincidence.

Not only were the signals that he received unmistakable, but the more I read this book, the more I was touched by what a wonderful, loving, affectionate, caring person Joel must be. Despite his own grief, he never hesitated to share his gift or to offer comfort to others who were hungry for some form of communication from those they had lost. I don't think I've ever met anyone like him. By the time I had finished reading the book, I thought to myself, "Wouldn't it be wonderful to actually know a man like this?" It's nice to know that there are people of his substance on the planet. Even if you don't pay heed to the signals, you are gonna fall in love with this guy! Awesome book! Buy it! You won't be sorry!

27 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A TALE OF TRANSFORMATION AND HOPE, SURE TO BE A BESTSELLER, February 19, 2000

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George Dalzell (LA, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Signals: An Inspiring Story of Life After Life (Hardcover)

Joel Rothschild's SIGNALS bristles with gut-wrenching emotion and artful simplicity. The author presents the facts of his experience of life after death, and allows the reader to draw his or her own conclusions. What makes SIGNALS different from any other book in this genre is the fact that the supernatural events that the author relates helped him to survive and endure seemingly unbearable suffering and tribulation. The after-death communications the author describes are not trite stories of wish-fulfillment, nor do they appear to be bereavement hallucinations. They are true stories of life after death. I feel that SIGNALS is a tale of strength, of overcoming adversity and presents to us a new kind of hero: a man who has the courage to tell the truth, to brave the reactions of a spiritually undecided and overtly skeptical nation to deliver his simple message of hope -- that life and love are eternal, and that no living person dare judge another man's love relationship again.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Signals, it's a book for all of us!, January 22, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Signals: An Inspiring Story of Life After Life (Hardcover)

I am fortunate to have recently met Joel, and to have read his book. This book is such a gift to all mankind, for the theme that runs through it is Love. I found it well-written, I couldn't put the book down after I started reading it. Signals has added something to my life that didn't exist before, a 100% belief in the awesome power of love and close friendships. I now look at each moment and try to find my own "Signals" to help me in life. Thanks, Joel!