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3.95 AVERAGE
3.95 AVERAGE
While I enjoyed Richard Bach's Jonathan Livingston Seagull when I first read it as a teenager, it was both for its philosophy as well as for its gentle humor and simple (though not simplistic) view of the important things in life. I did not have as positive a reaction to Illusions. While it was mildly interesting to me, it seemed more like somewhat amateurish fiction than anything that was especially thought-provoking or developmental. There are some good quotes in the book, and it held my attention as a young man, but I don't think it would now. JLS, on the other hand, though much shorter and quick to read, led me to think and ponder on some important life issues...issues that with age (and hopefully added wisdom), I still believe are critically important. Illusions just didn't do that for me.
What a refreshing take of the idea of the Messiah(s) of the world — the pressure they face, and their desire to also exist happily and live their own lives as all people do.
My thoughts: An insightful examination into the life of two Messiahs, that asks us to recognize the expectations we put on divine forces, rather than recognizing our own abilities to heal, help and be happy. As Don Shimoda asks the masses, What would you do if God called you and said “I command that you be happy in the world, as long as you live?”
Spot on Shelf? Quick read, worth reading more than once just because the deep theological and philosophical ideas that permeate through. I suspect it will be a favorite in my lifetime.
My thoughts: An insightful examination into the life of two Messiahs, that asks us to recognize the expectations we put on divine forces, rather than recognizing our own abilities to heal, help and be happy. As Don Shimoda asks the masses, What would you do if God called you and said “I command that you be happy in the world, as long as you live?”
Spot on Shelf? Quick read, worth reading more than once just because the deep theological and philosophical ideas that permeate through. I suspect it will be a favorite in my lifetime.
I read this is in, what, sixth grade? And it was like mind-blowing. I don't know that I'd put up with it now, or that I would have even 10 years ago, but still, you know? The memories are gold-tinged and filled with meaning.
I needed that. I love the simplicity and the wisdom of this book.
This was a pretty quick read but I felt that it was also really thought provoking. I wish I had a book club to unpack this thing. I was drawn to it because of its aviation roots which I loved, but it was also so unique. I don’t even know how I would classify this book. It had some random parallels with the movie inception which is one of my favorites. I’m honestly just not sure how to review it, but I enjoyed reading it.
I had seen many positive recommendations for this book after reading and thoroughly enjoying Jonathan Livingston Seagull by Richard Bach. I felt like I just didn't connect with Illusions as much as I did with 'JLS' and I found the first person, two way conversation throughout the entire book rather repetitive and boring.
This is one of the books I reread every couple of years, which means I'm due.
The character of Donald Shimoda gets etched for life in the memory and mind. One of the greatest ever books to be written by an author!
Thank you to my buddy AE for recommending and loaning this one.
Good quick read but it's a great wake up call/reminder that your reality is what you make it. This is a book with some answers but it sure doesn't throw it in your face.
Good quick read but it's a great wake up call/reminder that your reality is what you make it. This is a book with some answers but it sure doesn't throw it in your face.