Several books inspired me to see the world from a completely different angle, two of which are The Giver and The House of the Scorpions. Yes! they are children's books yet they made me think, deeply, in the meaning of life.

The books that inspire and invoke positive change in me generally aren't those that have been designed for self-help (but rather, fiction and poetry). I've actually got a hub page, which lists 10 books that have inspired me to...become more true to myself and those I love -- to fill the brief outline of my little life more widely, more richly, more deeply: to try and see the biggest picture possible from the dust speck of this moment. I think a great book can do that. Thanks for such a heady topic. Maggie
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This topic comes from Bob and I thought it would be a great topic of discussion. Post only books where you can complete the sentence. When you post a book try to include why you feel that it is inspirational.