Toward a Philosophy of Perception: The Magnitude of Human Potential--Cloud Optics [Paperback]

Margaret A. Harrell (Author, Photographer)

Editorial Reviews

Review

"An opening spiral of energy pointing to humanity’s interdimensional structure." -- Al Jacobus, review inside the book, Feb. 2005

"Harrell's pictures bring in elements *beyond* perception, thus opening a window to divine experience." -- Naomie Poran, web review (marharrell), February 2005

"Not only an art book, intellectual book, it’s about raising consciousness. Images uniquely different, aren’t in Earth archetypes." -- Mariah Martin, review inside the book, February 2005

"According to Harrell, meditative encounters with remarkable individuals provide the means for tapping into the hidden wellspring of collective worldwide consciousness, as well as the basis of transcending boundaries of time and space and actualizing the latent potential of mankind. She describes in detail her psychic encounters with New York City luminary and poet, Milton Klonsky, and influential Indian Yoga master and saint, Shri Dhyanyogi Madhusudandasji. . . . nuggets of brilliant insight into life, death and the collective human consciousness." -- Kirkus Discoveries

From the Author

Toward a Philosophy of Perception chronicles the work of a lifetime. All people hold within themselves everything they need to reach a higher level of consciousness, becoming a source of love and light. Toward a Philosophy of Perception: The Magnitude of Human Potential –- Cloud Optics illustrates a powerful journey into a higher consciousness, containing many tools in applied form. It is about building consciousness (as opposed to physical action alone), the stage before creating steps—: to go deep inside to the motivation, the energy, the decision-making self-empowerment. Then "make the unexpected work for you." One aim is to motivate readers, raising their own awareness.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 124 pages
• Publisher: AuthorHouse (March 7, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 142080149X
• ISBN-13: 978-1420801491
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,951,636 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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EARLIER BOOKS: Margaret A. Harrell began writing her "Love in Transition" series in Paris, France. Then returned to New York City to work at Random House, copy editing the first book of notable authors such as Hunter S. Thompson (see his praise for her in 'Gonzo Letters" II), John Irving, etc. She was three times a Fellow at MacDowell Colony for artists. Marrying a Belgian poet, she lived in Morocco and Belgium, then took a sharp turn into spiritual-growth courses. She moved to Zurich for studies at the C. G. Jung Institute (having done undergraduate work at Duke and graduate work at Columbia University). At the Institute, she had a dramatic "Confrontation with the Self," or as Jung termed it in "The Red Book," a "Confrontation with the Unconscious." The "Love in Transition" series burst at the seams to absorb the jolts in consciousness that followed. These included at times a computer that in a form of psychokinesis transformed the look of the page as it was being printed. These "computer art" reshapings of the print were also an exercise in refocusing the writing. Cloud photography (first in dreams) became a major outlet in the 90s and she has exhibited internationally. Though all the books except one were published by a professor in a Romanian university (in English), limited first editions are available on Amazon. Likewise, a US-published book, "Toward a Philosophy of Perception," which has 33 color-cloud photos, as well as "computer PK" images. Always an explorer and experimenter, Margaret uses this creative flair in all the "Love in Transition" books. The most popular of her books before Keep This Quiet! is probably "Marking Time with Faulkner."

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5.0 out of 5 stars How to Break Limitations and Restraints, July 18, 2005

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This review is from: Toward a Philosophy of Perception: The Magnitude of Human Potential--Cloud Optics (Paperback)

Think about the rewards and increased joy we can experience- successfully breaking current limitations and restraints. "Toward a Philosophy of Perception" reveals brilliant pathways for realization of this quest.
As we meditate upon the exquisite thirty-three full-color particularized cloud images, and read about Margaret Harrells intimate search and flashes of enlightment- meditate upon Hunter S. Thompson's poetry- we understand and share her knowledge about the expansive subject of human potential- opening brain/mind to a limitation/restraint-breaking experience.
Also included- excerpts from the world-renowned author's "Love in Transition/Space Encounters" series-
An exciting, vital book- also providing- Blakean multilevel sight with vision theory- increasing awareness- understanding our "light bodies" and the "Collective Unconscious."

5.0 out of 5 stars Review Appearing in Innerchange Magazine Dec. '05 - Jan. ' 06, December 5, 2005

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There is no denying that Margaret Harrell has led an incredibly full and interesting life. New York 's Greenwich Village in its heyday, a long marriage to a Belgian poet, and an academic background that includes Duke University in Durham, NC and the C.G. Jung Institute in Switzerland, are just some of the highlights for this gifted author and teacher. Her latest book, Toward a Philosophy of Perception is based upon a synopsis of Margaret A. Harrell's previous series, Love in Transition. Harrell's mission is to lead others to acceptance of their potential to add to the collective unconscious through their personal, transcendent experiences. Using cloud photographs as a meditative tool, Harrell maintains that access to the pinnacle of human potential is possible.

5.0 out of 5 stars A powerful and extended journey into a higher consciousness, June 12, 2005

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Impressively enhanced with thirty-three full-color, coffee table-sized cloud photographs, Toward A Philosophy Of Perception: The Magnitude Of Human Potential--Cloud Optics by academician and Eastern Studies advocate Margaret Harrell provides the reader with a thoughtful and thought-provoking text illustrating a powerful and extended journey into a higher consciousness. Toward A Philosophy Of Perception engagingly chronicles Harrell's several decades of inspirational teachings and personal experiences, as well as her dedicated research into consciousness and life. Toward A Philosophy Of Perception articulates the position that everyone inherently holds all the tools they would need to reach a higher level of conspicuousness, and in doing so, become a source of love and light that can help shape a better future for themselves, their loved ones, and their communities. An enthusiastically recommended reading experience, the photography, poetry, sciences, and Harrell's own remarkable abilities to communicate with the reader, make Toward A Philosophy Of Perception a seminal work of wit, wisdom, and imagination.