Wonders of Solitude (Paperback)

by Dale Salwak (Editor) "Nothing has changed the nature of man so much as the loss of silence..." (more)
Key Phrases: The Wonders of Solitude, Other Places of Solitude

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Product Description
This newest addition to the popular Classic Wisdom Collection provides a soothing respite from the pressures of a madly active world. An eclectic assortment of thinkers from throughout the ages reflects on finding solitude in the home, with others, in the natural world and within the heart.

Product Details

• Paperback: 137 pages
• Publisher: New World Library (June 1998)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1577310268
• ISBN-13: 978-1577310266
• Product Dimensions: 7.4 x 5.7 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #769,763 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars It's a wonder of self, April 7, 2000

By	Leslie Sylvester (Long Beach, California) - See all my reviews

The "Wonders of Solitude" is a magnificent discovery of how to be at peace with one's self. A self-discovery of how wonderful it is to be alone, to reveal a deeper and spiritual awareness of ourselves. It brings a true sense of fullfillment to the word "solitude", without any feeling of deprivation or lonliness. Truly great reading material for anyone who is uncomfortable with being alone or in need of soul searching.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars nice collection, November 28, 2003

By	merrymousies (Waterford, VA USA) - See all my reviews (TOP 500 REVIEWER)

A really nice collection of quotes & thoughts to ponder, from a very wide variety of authors, philosophers, and otherwise great thinkers or just neat people. In such a busy world today where it seems like we are always on the go, this book is a really great reminder of the time we need for ourselves, to center ourselves and listen quietly to ourselves. I know a lot of people who have a terrible time being alone. This book is a great gift for people who need to just slow down for a bit. For the most part the quotes are non-religious but there is one section called "Finding God" which was a bit much for me. I loved the quotes/thoughts that center on nature especially. The chapters are as follows:
1) A noisy world
2) Solitude as Discovery
- Finding the Self
- Finding God
3) Solitude as Inspiration
- Inward peace
- Creativity
4) Solitude and the Natural World
5)Other places of Solitide
- At home
- In Houses of worship
- Among others
- Within the human heart
6) The power of silence

Really a wonderful collection with a super message woven through the quotes and the wy that they are assembled.

5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Calming, March 11, 2002

By	Cherrie Clarke (Fremont, Nebraska) - See all my reviews

Living in a hurry up world has made it seem wrong to look for quiet and solitude. This book gives all the reasons why solitude is needed and important.