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I started this book hoping for more. I was disappointed to find the way the author misquoted and misrepresented world religions to make them fit his philosophy. It was such a turn off that I quit reading it. Maybe his own philosophy is good, I just never got past the misrepresentations that he claimed to base it on. Not for me, but clearly Oprah likes it!

Just like with "The Power of Now," Eckhart Tolle just rambles and rambles on. He writes just like he talks. If you've ever seen any of his videos, he's very quiet-spoken, laughs at his own bizarre jokes and references, and drones on without taking a breath. I bought this book for a book club I signed-up for but all they did was watch his inane videos and never discussed the book. I lasted one week. This book didn't awaken anything in me. In fact, it put me to sleep! Also, I removed the big O sticker on the cover because I don't like Oprah. GASP! Shocking, I know.

Be fully present in the current moment. So many people these days are stressed out because of what's happened in the past, or what they think may or may not happen in the future that they do not fully appreciate the present. And the present moment is really all we have. Reading this book has made me aware, or has awakened me to the present moment. It is my hope that others will receive a spiritual awakening by reading "A New Earth." It is not meant to change your religious beliefs - it is meant to enhance them.

One of the best books I have read so far. Definitely a must have, if you have a library of personal collections. Having born in India, I have read many books on spirituality and have had my share of time spent on listening to Mystic gurus from that area. This book was a great summation of various points that I had heard, collected over time, but very well presented in a concise manner and also shook some of my beliefs in a good way.

Keep in mind, the book could be confusing, if you try to read it quickly. Read very slowly, ponder over the contents, don't accept directly all that is said, but spend time in mulling over them and let it percolate over time.

Overall a great book. I enjoyed it. If possible, read it along with your friends, spouse and discuss the contents.

There are people who may have been disappointed by the book, but that is okay. Just like anything else in life, the object or event itself is not good or bad, we get to assign a label, based on our own perspective and how we view things.

No one needs to agree with the author, but have an open mind and look at it with a fresh perspective. I would request the reader, not to look for confirmations of what they already know, not to try to agree or disagree with the author but rather just offer your plain and simple open mind & listen, you will find value.

so bad, I couldn't even finish the book

beautiful book. points you towards inner peace in a way that other books don't.