bucketoffish's review

3.0

I feel like this book was not as good as "The World According to Mr. Rogers", because the writing was more disjointed, composed of smaller snippets. Sometimes a passage would be as short as a single sentence before the writing moved on to a different topic. I think the great thing about Mr. Rogers's communication is that he really explains things very well and in great depth. He shows that he understands the nuances of a situation, and is able to explain clearly what he feels about it. This is completely lost when the passages are as short as they are in this book. They become feel-good statements without much depth. However, that said, I did give this book a good rating because it's always great to see more of Mr. Rogers, and there are enough long passages in this book that it's still a pleasure to read.

annieb123's review

5.0

This is a nicely collected book of affirmational quotes from Fred Rogers. They are loosely gathered into broad categories: who we are, about being loved, life-directions, etc. It's a short book, 157 pages, with a quote or poetry or observation on each page.

Mr. Rogers was (and is) such an icon and ideal. He made the world a better place.

I really enjoyed reading these quotes. They are certainly inspirational, but some of them are truly profound.


Originally published on my blog: Nonstop Reader.

Life's Journeys According to Mister Rogers is a new book of quotes by Mister Rogers. Originally published in 2005, this reformat and re-release from Hatchette is due out 3rd Sept 2019. It's 176 pages and will be available in hardback or ebook formats.

This is a nicely curated book of affirmational quotes from Fred Rogers. They are loosely gathered into broad categories: who we are, about being loved, life-directions, etc. It's a short book with a quote or poetry or observation on each page.

Mr. Rogers was (and is) such an icon and ideal. He made the world a better place.

I really enjoyed reading these quotes. They are certainly inspirational, but some of them are truly profound.

Five stars, beautifully presented and uplifting.

Disclosure: I received an ARC at no cost from the author/publisher for review purposes.
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thisbarbieisanurse's review

5.0

5 stars because Mister Rogers. End of story.
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colinmeldrum's review

4.0

A comforting, feel-good read with a few surprising gems. The best part is how well Fred Rogers's voice comes through his writing. Reading his words is like spending a little time with the embodiment of loving kindness.

rissaochs's review

5.0
hopeful inspiring lighthearted reflective slow-paced

rachel_abby_reads's review

3.0

This book is a nice collection of thoughts and quotes from a genuinely kind and gentle man. I will always be touched by his encouragement to think of the people who have loved us on our journey and helped us become who we are.

This little book is full of the inspiring, gentle wisdom that Mr. Rogers was known for. It would make a perfect gift.

I received an ARC from NetGalley.

mikyla's review

4.0
hopeful inspiring slow-paced
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kaitybest's review

5.0

I received an ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

I can't imagine a more appropriate time to pick up this little book of quotes. Mr. Rogers continues to keep us all feeling encouraged and in his gentle manner, demands a life of courage and kindness, to ourselves and others.