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Spiritual Journey of Joseph L. Greenstein: The Mighty Atom

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Ever heard of man bite through tempered iron with his teeth...or hang from an airplane by his hair? Just because you may not have heard of Joseph "Mighty Atom" Greenstein or his accomplishments it does not mean you should ignore this book, quite the opposite in fact. I got this book as a young child in the 1980's and have read it many times. A riveting and inspirational read. Anyone interested in sports, martial arts, nutrition, spirituality or just looking for a self help guide would be wise to read this. A fascinating life with lessons for all of us...not just philosophical but practical too. Joseph Greenstein was not only the strongest man in the world, he was a giant of a character...raising a large family and much money for charity, providing health lectures and products for thousands of poor Americans. If I had just ten books on a desert island this would be one of them.

This is one of my favorite books of all time! I have read it several times over the years, and it's always a treasure.

This is a true and amazing story about a truly amazing man, Joe Greenstein aka "The Mighty Atom", a strongman of the highest caliber.

Very well-written and highly entertaining, this book details the amazing, miraculous accomplishments of the Mighty Atom (not least of which includes holding back an airplane with his HAIR alone!). But it goes far beyond just listing his strongman feats - it's a truly interesting, in-depth look at a fascinating man and his hardships and successes in life as a vaudeville showman, father to ten children, devoted husband, spiritual seeker, and friend of mankind.

I highly recommend this book for kids, adults, everyone! It's such a great, great book. Full of inspiration and wonder.

The Mighty Atom is an awesome yogi and an incredible inspiration for the human spirit. Anyone who needs a boost in life should read this book. You might not be able to accomplish what he did but it shows you that if you put your mind to it you CAN overcome a great deal in your life that you may have falsely believed to be a given. Read it! Thanks, Joe!

I've read the original (1979) edition many times. This book is notable not only for the Atom's extraordinary accomplishments and philosophy, but also for author Ed Speilman's consummate storytelling.

The Mighty Atom was the Harry Houdini of strongmanship.

Highly recommended for anyone with an interest in (meta)physical culture, martial arts, Vaudeville, the American Jewish experience, natural health and healing, etc., etc....

In a world and era when most "heroes" in books and films spend much of their time killing people, I find it refreshing to meet Joe Greenstein, a true-life hero who overcame odds just to survive illness and poverty to become not only a kind-hearted hero and modern day "superman," but an example of integrity, love, loyalty, and strength of spirit. When Kung Fu TV series creator Ed Spielman wrote Joe's story, he penned one of the most unique stories of this or any time. Greenstein, who became famous as "The Mighty Atom," demonstrates to us all the power of determination and mind over matter. Without any hesitation, I can recommend this story to any adult or child over 8 years old; I read it to my daughters when they were young, and I believe it opened their minds to what we can accomplish in life. I know it opened mine.

I was fortunate to see The Atom at Zerns in Pennsylvania in '72 when I was 20. It was unforgettable - like meeting someone from the old testatment. I was thrilled to find the book, and Spielman has done a great job of telling his story.

To everyone's dream about reaching their potential spiritually, emotionally and physically, The "Mighty Atom", is an inspiration to the great potential within each of us.

I got given the 1st edition of this book when I was 8 or 9 ( I am now 24) and have read it about 20 or 30 times since. I can say without a doubt it has changed who I am and my outlook on what is possible. The Atom lived a life that most of us could never dream off, and I would have given my right arm to talk face to face with him. I recommend this book to anyone. It details his entire life from start to finish, and shows that man has no limits if he places none on himself. Awesome.

If I could own only two books, one would be my Bible and the other Ed Spielman's remarkable biography of Joe Greenstein, a.k.a. The Mighty Atom.

Here was a man who exalted in life, exuded life and understood life far, far better than most.

Do you have problems in life? Who doesn't? After you read this book you will be able to take to heart the words of the Atom's protege, Slim Farman: "I never had to prove to him that I was somebody. He told me I was."

And the words of Joe Greenstein himself: "There is no such thing as a little man, and nothing is impossible."

Whatever it takes, GET A COPY OF THIS BOOK!

A real Inspiration
This book was captivating from beginning to end...Why isn't there a movie? The Mighty Atom was indeed mighty! I laughed, cried and wanted to bend steel bars in half when I was finished! A must read for all underdogs!