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Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives
Way of the Peaceful Warrior A Book That Changes Lives
Author: Dan Millman
Way of the Peaceful Warrior is based on the story of Dan Millman, a world champion athlete, who journeys into realms of romance and magic, light and darkness, body, mind, and spirit. Guided by a powerful old warrior named Socrates and tempted by an elusive, playful woman named Joy, Dan is led toward a final confrontation that will deliver...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781932073201
ISBN-10: 1932073205
Publication Date: 4/13/2006
Pages: 240
Rating:
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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3.7 stars, based on 38 ratings
Publisher: HJ Kramer
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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Awesome book. You will laugh, cry, and everything in between. A must-read.
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reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on
This book really does change lives. Be prepared to reread it several times over the years.
joyuz avatar reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 13 more book reviews
Interesting but just okay.
reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 8 more book reviews
I read this book many years ago. It helped me to see my life in a different light. Progress-both spiritual and physical- are key components to what you will get out of this book. It is fictional, but definitely enjoyable.
kickerdad avatar reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 123 more book reviews
"Way of the Peaceful Warrior" by Dan Millman - not sure how this ended up in my "to be read" pile but there it was. Millman's autobiographical account of his journey of self-discovery is light and easy reading. If you have done any self-discovery work, the concepts exposed aren't new. If you haven't, the story may seem trippy. Even though Millman's writing style was a bit choppy for my taste, the story maintained its flow and consistency enough to be enjoyable. I found myself laughing along with the protagonist's mentor, Socrates, and even shedding a tear with him during his struggles. A literary masterpiece, this isn't, though the concepts are potentially life changing.
Dan, a world class athlete, 'accidentally' comes across a mysterious, old man at a service station near campus, who intrigues him, frustrates him, challenges him, mentors him, and ultimately teaches him the meaning of life.
How it ended up in my reading pile? I can't say but the timing was extremely serendipitous. The questions that Dan struggles with are ones I ponder quite frequently, as many of us do. Accidental, I'm thinking not. [3.5/5]
reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 9 more book reviews
I was disappointed. It seemed that the narrative was simply a clumsy means to string together a bunch of literary tropes. While it was nice to be reminded of these old stories, parables etc, it didn't make for an very entertaining novel OR a good old self helper. Sort of like Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, which was kind of boring plus you still had to buy Chilton's anyway.
reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 13 more book reviews
I'm not normally into "self" books wheather they be self help or self exploration etc. I must admit, though, when I was in the Navy on board ship, this book was passed along to me by a good friend, and I found it engaging. It didn't hurt either, that most of the story took place in Berkeley, where I grew up, making it instantly identifiable to me. I ended up really enjoying this story. I heard that it was adapted into a movie, but I have no comment on that.
reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on
This book is amazing!! I would highly reccommend it! The movie is even better!
islewalker avatar reviewed Way of the Peaceful Warrior: A Book That Changes Lives on + 29 more book reviews
This is Carlos Castaneda lite. College boy meets mysterious old man running gas station and takes him under his wing as an apprentice. Interesting but something inauthentic about it too.
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Great Book!


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