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A Travel Guide to Heaven

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Wow...I bought this book on a lark, and I'm so glad I did. I've read other books that explore the subject of the afterlife, but none was ever as uplifting as this one. Other books on life after death were always either a little scary or strange. This author doesn't claim to have actually been to Heaven, but instead uses solid research to back up his vision of life after death. After I finished the book, I was left with feelings of hope and security. I can see how it would be comforting for someone who recently lost a loved one, or someone who is struggling with illness themselves. I've already purchased this book for two of my friends--it's the kind of book that, once you read it, you want to share it with others. Overall, a great read!

An extraordinary work that sits directly at the intersection of inspiration and entertainment. In this charming, witty, uplifting work, Anthony DeStefano did for me what 30 years of church couldn't: he made me believe in Heaven.

With chapters like "Luxury Accomodations," "Our Tour Guides," and "A Heavenly Makeover," the author of this book paints a picture of the afterlife that's equal parts comforting and edifying.

But by far, my favorite chapter is "Do All Dogs go to Heaven?" Having just lost my golden retreiver, my best friend for 13 years, the author's answer ("Of course!") gave me hope that one day I might see him again.

Everyone I know is getting a copy of this book for Christmas.

I was touched and delighted by this beautiful work. This book does more than anything I've ever read to make heaven real and accessible to the average Christian. I loved the logical speculations and imaginative ideas, and I admire Mr. Destefano's attempt to make this book as ecumenical as possible, focusing on what all Christian sects teach in common about the afterlife. Devoid of jargon and full of hope, A Travel Guide to Heaven is something I recommend for anyone who wants to know the basis for Christian optimism.

C.S. Lewis must have come back to life and written this book. As someone who has taught philosophy and theology for over twenty years, I can honestly say that A Travel Guide to Heaven is an extremely rare work in that it combines sacred Scripture, orthodox theology, and a very modern "voice" all in one. It is a highly accessible book that can be understood by anyone. Yet, I found that it is filled with the most subtle and sublime theological passages. Indeed, there are paragraphs in it that stand with those written by the greatest of Christian apologists. I have read some of the negative criticisms of this book, and frankly, the only conclusion that can be drawn is that these people hate Christianity to begin with. Probably they are the very same folks who are condemning the movie, "The Passion." Of course, if you think Christianity is nothing but lies and that heaven is just some "feel-good" invention, then you will obviously be repelled by this book. But that is the only possible reason. For Mr. DeStefano has very obviously penned a classic. I fear that those who are criticizing him know all too well how effective this book actually is, and just can't bear the thought of it being read and loved by so many people.

Having recently lost a loved one, I found this book comforting and reassuring. I have already reccommended it to many friends and family members. I enjoy the 'travel' theme and think it was an ingeneous way to present a timeless subject!

I loved this book! It's well written, exciting, comforting, and "down to earth" -- quite a feat for a book about heaven!
I lost a close friend recently, and this is just the book I needed to feel a sense of comfort and to ease some of my pain.
I will be getting several copies to give to friends who have lost loved ones. It will probably be the best thing they could receive to help them during this tough time.

I think it is better than Lewis' The Great Divorce, and that is saying something. It is easy to understand but with some very sublime insights. Moreover, its happy message cannot miss.

I am hopeful that this book might possibly lead to a renewed faith-based discussion of the afterlife, devoid of all the new age nonsense about communicating with the dead.

I strongly recommend it.

If you have ever gone through a time in your life that seemed hopeless, as so many of us have, this is the book to read! When so many bad things happen in life there is almost never a way to bring your spirits up. This book made me laugh and cry at the same time. I've read it twice already, and I will continue to remind myself again and again of all the comforting and hopeful insights that this book covers! I LOVE IT!

Travel Guide to Heaven was a terrific book. It was spiritual and uplifting, however not only was it well written and fun to read but it made me think. when I stopped after every chapter to reflect on what I had just read I knew that I was reading a great book.

What fun!!! I totally enjoyed reading this very uplifting book. As a religion teacher I am so excited to have a book like this to share with the high school children I have contact with. Some have confided a fear of being "stuck" in heaven. They can't imagine heaven being anything less then boring. This book is changing their fear and apprehension to joy and anticiapation. I am looking forward to reading it again.