a_ab's review against another edition
3.0
The sentiment presented is wise and true, but the book itself is too second-hand journalistic. It's a collection of quotes from multiple interviews with some dubious interpretations thrown in. I was hoping for more Dalai Lama and much less Franz Alt. (Not that I have anything against Franz Alt, but there was too much of him in the book that should have been the Dalai Lama's opportunity to appeal to the world.)
kexingspoison's review
5.0
An easy read, set up well to allow reading in chunks. Definitely a message needed in the current world. Highly recommend.
lauraatkinson34's review against another edition
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
medium-paced
4.75
david_john's review against another edition
4.0
I received this book in a Goodreads giveaway. The Dalai Lama has much to say about world peace, politics, unity, war, climate change, refugees, and his views on the rise of Nationalism. Spoiler alert: He is not a fan of Donald Trump and he says so. Great little book. Quick read.
barelyknowher's review against another edition
3.0
Lots of good thoughts and ideas (obviously) but very repetitive. The journalist that put this together should’ve either added lots more or published it as an article with lots of the repetitive stuff cut out.
patito's review against another edition
4.0
A very short and beautiful book.
The Dalai Lama is a truly inspiring human being, and his thoughts are always beautiful and reasonable.
The world would be a much better place if we'd all be living by his six principles.
Recommended read!
The Dalai Lama is a truly inspiring human being, and his thoughts are always beautiful and reasonable.
The world would be a much better place if we'd all be living by his six principles.
Recommended read!