An author trying to shove her point of view into everybody's mind. The book starts out as an interesting book, but as it progresses, it keeps getting An author trying to shove her point of view into everybody's mind. The book starts out as an interesting book, but as it progresses, it keeps getting more and more boring, and the way the author represents those who agree with her mentality and those who don't is just simplistic and wrong.
I don't have any opinions either way, and if I think about it, I may agree with many aspects of what the author is trying to sell already, but the book has not helped convince me of these ideas, or solidify them.
It's ok to have an agenda to your book, and so many books do that so well, but at least respect the minds of the readers by showing them that you've TRIED to represent the other side; let us understand their motives more clearly. I don't think even she understands that enough.
If you're thinking of reading this book, I really do not recommend it; unless you have too much time in your hands (I didn't, but I listened to it as an audio book, that helped). You may like it at first like I did, but I doubt you'll be done with it happy....more
هذا الكتاب هو أجمل كتاب عربي قرأته بدون مبالغة. الكتاب يدرس الخطاب القرآني بطريقة جميلة ويري القارئ الوجه الحقيقي للإسلام: كدين يدعو للتساؤل، البحث عنهذا الكتاب هو أجمل كتاب عربي قرأته بدون مبالغة. الكتاب يدرس الخطاب القرآني بطريقة جميلة ويري القارئ الوجه الحقيقي للإسلام: كدين يدعو للتساؤل، البحث عن الأسباب، الإيجابية، وكدين يركز على مقاصد الأمور، ليس ظواهرها. ينتقل الكتاب للحديث عن كيف فقدنا هذه الأمور في فهمنا للقرآن الكريم، وفقدنا معها حضارتنا، ويعطي بعض النصائح لنعود للطريق الصحيح. ويستخدم الكاتب سورة الكهف بالذات كمجموعة قصص ترينا هذا الطريق.
أسلوب الكاتب منطقي وخالي من الابتذال، وهذا أمر أفتقده في الكثير من الكتب العربية. ويعجبني صراحة الكاتب وموضوعيته، حيث أنه لا يقع في مشكلة تقديس الأشخاص وكل ما يقولونه (أحد أسباب وصولنا لما وصلنا إليه للأسف). لا أتفق مع كل ما يقوله الكاتب، ولكني أحترم أفكاره احتراما شديدا!
أود لو أستطيع نشر هذا الكتاب في مجتمعنا، خصوصنا لأصحاب العقول المتحجرة، عسى أن يساهم في إخراج مجتمعنا (والأمة الإسلامية عموما) من ما نحن فيه من تأخر.
This is one of the best books I read recently. It discusses change, at a behavioral level, and uses a simple model (of a rider representing the mind, This is one of the best books I read recently. It discusses change, at a behavioral level, and uses a simple model (of a rider representing the mind, an elephant representing emotions, and a path representing the environment) to give different tips regarding how a change can be achieved, especially when change is difficult to achieve in that situation.
I do strongly recommend everyone read this book. It will help you make desirable changes at both your personal and professional lives....more
This book is actually my least favorite of John Grisham's books. It does demonstrate how John Grisham is a versatile writer, and can write about otherThis book is actually my least favorite of John Grisham's books. It does demonstrate how John Grisham is a versatile writer, and can write about other matters than legal thrillers. However, I didn't feel a connection to this book....more
This book talks about different kind of connections we make with others, and with activities. It describes different factors that make it more likely This book talks about different kind of connections we make with others, and with activities. It describes different factors that make it more likely that a connection will be made, and provides supporting stories for that. It is a valuable book that is enjoyable and useful....more
This book starts out as a very interesting story, but keeps getting more and more disturbing. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone.This book starts out as a very interesting story, but keeps getting more and more disturbing. I wouldn't recommend it to anyone....more
This is a very interesting book. It discusses mistakes, how and why we make them, and gives different stories to illustrate that. I thoroughly enjoyedThis is a very interesting book. It discusses mistakes, how and why we make them, and gives different stories to illustrate that. I thoroughly enjoyed reading it....more
A beautiful story about a Chinese farmer and his connection and his family's connection to the earth.A beautiful story about a Chinese farmer and his connection and his family's connection to the earth....more
I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, this story is interesting and entertaining. I do not want to talk more about it in order not to spoil it, but if you like thrillers, give it a try!...more
I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, this story is interesting and entertaining. I do not want to talk more about it in order not to spoil it, but if you like thrillers, give it a try!...more
I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, I've decided to try reading this trilogy (in audio format) since it seems to be the biggest hits these days, and it was worth it. Despite being dark, this story is interesting and entertaining. I do not want to talk more about it in order not to spoil it, but if you like thrillers, give it a try!...more
I got this book in order to prepare for the PMP exam. It does provide a lot of information in the subject (I found it very comprehensive), and the autI got this book in order to prepare for the PMP exam. It does provide a lot of information in the subject (I found it very comprehensive), and the author describes her personal experience in the field and best practices while discussing the content. I believe it's a worthwhile guide if you like reading and want to get a comprehensive overview before going into the PMP exam....more
This book is written by an Iranian lady who went to live with her French husband in the US. It is light reading, and has some interesting stories. I lThis book is written by an Iranian lady who went to live with her French husband in the US. It is light reading, and has some interesting stories. I like the authors simple style, and her sense of humor sometimes, but I didn't get out with much from the book.
I only recommend it to you if you want a very light reading, and if you like to hear a lady speaking about her memories....more
This actually may be the book I spent the longest reading. I started reading it years back, when it was a very new book, but I got tired of the authorThis actually may be the book I spent the longest reading. I started reading it years back, when it was a very new book, but I got tired of the author's style in the middle of the book, and stopped reading it. More recently, I decided to give it another try, this time as an audio book, and I actually managed to finish it that way.
The book starts really slow; it's basically a tale of survival; a curious one, but still can get boring. But as the story proceeds, towards the two thirds of the book, it actually starts getting interesting.
The best part of the story is the conclusion in my opinion, but I will not spoil that, and I will leave it to you if you wish to read it....more
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