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Mike
Aug 06, 2011 rated it really liked it
Enjoyable wise but simple story which would be appropriate for kids but holds a message worth reminding the adults about.
Carla
Aug 22, 2008 rated it it was ok
I read a lot of this self-discovery stuff 20-25 years ago. Every generation has to have its own, contemporary versions. It's elemental, but charming. It hits all the usual points. Sorry if I sound jaded. It's just overkill for me. I need to meditate and paint more and read about it less. Doing, rather than reviewing. ...more
kaylanurul
Mar 07, 2009 rated it it was amazing
one of the most influential books I ever read
the one who taught me not to give up my dreams
the one book that I gave to the special one in life
wishing him a great journey ahead
wishing that he will keep all his dreams in his life and his eyes
Keith
Mar 09, 2010 rated it it was amazing
This book was a fantastic read..I don't want to give the story away or the beauty it contains...However, I will say that I am now more interested in his other books than ever before after reading this one!! ...more
Tanayia
Aug 13, 2008 rated it it was amazing


My #1 favorite book of all time. I try to read it every year.
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Sep 01, 2008 rated it it was amazing
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Sep 27, 2011 rated it it was ok
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