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3.28 AVERAGE
3.28 AVERAGE
Hippie space magic.
That is all.
ps. This book has some concepts that could've been interesting had the writer been, ya know, competent.
That is all.
ps. This book has some concepts that could've been interesting had the writer been, ya know, competent.
I liked it enough to finish it, but I must say, this book made me laugh.
I realise it's a staple for New Agers, but to me, it was a mediocre adventure novel combined with a mediocre New Age self help book. These two things mashed together, The Celestine Prophecy was readable: I just wanted to find out what the 9 insights were from the 'Manuscript' that our hero is trying to discover in Peru, but I didn't want to cheat by skipping ahead. So I ploughed through it.
I've long heard the myth about the dawn of a new age where spiritual gurus begin to 'vibrate' at a level that we suddenly disappear (or ascend, to use the Stargate term). But the way the author described it in the book in the last chapter, together with his vision for the utopian society, was positively comedic.
I loved the way the protagonist would tune out all the time when another character was explaining something important to him, and then the other person would take his 'tuning out' seriously and ask him what he was thinking. This just made me lol. The jerk just freeloaded off a bunch of others who saved his life and stuff, and from what I could tell didn't really contribute anything, or thank them from what I could remember! No wonder they told him to "leave Peru and never come back".
I would recommend this to others, particularly those of a spiritual leaning, to read it, just so they can tell people who constantly recommend it to them that they have already read it. However, as this is an early 90's book, it will most likely be nothing new. It is enjoyable but I found it a bit of a cop out in some ways. Basically, try to see the energy in things, wake up to yourself, and be nice to people like Jesus said, then you get to 'ascend', like he did. But please, hold out for the ending as it is quite hilarious.
I realise it's a staple for New Agers, but to me, it was a mediocre adventure novel combined with a mediocre New Age self help book. These two things mashed together, The Celestine Prophecy was readable: I just wanted to find out what the 9 insights were from the 'Manuscript' that our hero is trying to discover in Peru, but I didn't want to cheat by skipping ahead. So I ploughed through it.
I've long heard the myth about the dawn of a new age where spiritual gurus begin to 'vibrate' at a level that we suddenly disappear (or ascend, to use the Stargate term). But the way the author described it in the book in the last chapter, together with his vision for the utopian society, was positively comedic.
I loved the way the protagonist would tune out all the time when another character was explaining something important to him, and then the other person would take his 'tuning out' seriously and ask him what he was thinking. This just made me lol. The jerk just freeloaded off a bunch of others who saved his life and stuff, and from what I could tell didn't really contribute anything, or thank them from what I could remember! No wonder they told him to "leave Peru and never come back".
I would recommend this to others, particularly those of a spiritual leaning, to read it, just so they can tell people who constantly recommend it to them that they have already read it. However, as this is an early 90's book, it will most likely be nothing new. It is enjoyable but I found it a bit of a cop out in some ways. Basically, try to see the energy in things, wake up to yourself, and be nice to people like Jesus said, then you get to 'ascend', like he did. But please, hold out for the ending as it is quite hilarious.
adventurous
challenging
emotional
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
I was reccomended to read this book by a friend. Very enjoyable and easy story to read.
I resonated a lot with the insights.
I resonated a lot with the insights.
This was the very first "New Age" book I ever read. Although I agree with those that say the plot is weak, the principles really struck me at the time. This is not the best book ever(Sorry, Mr. Redfield), but it guided me toward a new direction and I imagine it has done the same for many people as it was a bestseller.
This was an interesting book if you can get past the limited writing ability of the author. The author has a lot to say but I would recommend he re-write it after he refines his writing skill. This won't stop me from reading his other books though. The fact that this book is one of the best selling books of all time gives me hope though. One of the readers of my book "The Infinite Jeff" said "The Infinite Jeff" reminds her of "The Celestine Prophecy", only better written. I would love to see "The Infinite Jeff" be in the minds of as many minds as "The Celestine Prophecy" has been.
adventurous
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
N/A
It's really interesting to see how we can connect everything in our lives. This book close to literally blew my mind. I can't wait to read the other books by James Redfield.