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Stone Soup for the World: Life-Changing Stories of Kindness & Courageous Acts of Service

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Stone Soup for the World is a set of 100 stories about compassion and volunteerism. From the intro by Colin Powell to the story of Ms.Larned's young brother, the whole book was a joy to read. I especially loved the Nelson Mandela and Paul Newman stories. This book has stirred me to be a better person and to help others. I recently walked in honor of my aunt who passed away from cancer and raised money doing it. It felt good just as these stories felt good. I wholeheartedly recommend this book to people from 9 to 99.

Marianne Larned has gather stories from all walks of life, the rich and famous, the average common man to compile a beautiful collection of inspirational writings. The concept of this book is based on the beloved folk tale of the hungry traveler who sets out to make a soup from just a single stone. The village gathers to see what he is doing, and offers to contribue a little of what each of them had to spare, thus creating an entire feast for all. This book seeks to prove how much people can accomplish if only they open their hearts and work together towards the future. You will be inspired to go out and help change the world after reading this book.

service throughout the day, throughout the month, throughout the year....100 stories of giving...the notes at the end of each story to jump into service in your community are a link to giving. .My favorite story was Christmas in April---I must admit I cheered for Frances as she conquered the steps--I read later that she and the writer are enthusiastic pen pals...what inspiration. Thank you to the 100 stone soup writers. You gave me a taste of who inspires you.

......one of the chapters in this book, these stories reflect movements that we should let sweep the nation!!!! Read and be inspired...told simply, the 90+ writers for this book brought these community heroes home....

such a pleasure to read these stories... such an opportunity for all involved with the project to share their words...you never know, maybe someone was inspired to do something today...by simply reading...as long as Stone Soup for the World is available to America's youth we know we have a bright future ahead... My favorites: The Forgiveness Party, Table for 6 Billion Please, and Peace for Their Grandchildren....and there are 97 more to read and pass on....

On occasion one of those books comes along that I can't put down. This collection of short (3 - 5 pages each) true stories are of people about whom, after I have read the story, I consistently say, "Why didn't I know that before reading this?" This book is truly an insight into past and current history through the prism of what stirs the heart and spirit.

Marianne Larned really put together a wonderful collection of stories from incredible "doers" of the world. Every story talks about someone who did something for someone else. I am continuously amazed about the stories of children who realize the importance of giving and who, at such young ages set examples for so many of us. This book will definitely lift your spirit and give you hope for our world!