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Type of bind: Paperback
Dewey Decimal Number: 813
EAN num: 9780060833022
ISBN number: 0060833025
Label: HarperOne
Manufacturer: HarperOne
Quantity: 1
Page Count: 352
Printing Date: March 01, 2006
Publishing house: HarperOne
Release Date: February 21, 2006
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The Way Begins . . .
Sergei was three when the soldiers took him. At fifteen he fled into the wilderness, with nothing to cling to but the memories of a grandfather who called him Socrates and the promise of a gift buried near St. Petersburg. Thus begins The Journeys of Socrates -- an odyssey that forged the character of Sergei Ivanov, whose story would one day change the lives of millions of readers worldwide. This saga of courage and faith, of love and loss, reveals the arts of war and the path to peace. Ultimately, it speaks to the quest we all share for a meaningful life in a challenging world.
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In nineteenth-century Tsarist Russia an orphaned child born of Jewish and Cossack blood grows up in a land of wealthy aristocrats, struggling peasants, and growing discontent. Sent to an elite military academy at the tender age of four, Sergei Ivanov (Socrates) comes of age training to protect a way of life he doesn't understand. When a sudden death forces Sergei to flee, he escapes into the wilderness.
With nothing to cling to but a memory of his grandfather and the promise of a gift buried near St. Petersburg, Sergei journeys across a harsh land to seek his place in the world. The adventure that unfolds is not about the revolutions of history, but about the revolution in one man's heart. A stirring story of tragedy and triumph emerges as Sergei encounters mentors and masters who reveal secrets about the arts of war and, ultimately, the path to peace. From the heights of love to the depths of despair, from the threat of a mortal enemy to the search for a child he has never met, Sergei Ivanov's odyssey unlocks hidden wisdom at the heart of life. He could never have imagined that from the moment of his birth he was destined to become the peaceful warrior who would change the lives of millions worldwide.
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This hard bound book arrived fast and as described. I haven't read this yet, but the book is in excellent condition. I am looking forward to discovering more about Socrates and how he came to his wisdom.
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I don't even know why I am bothering to listen... except for the hope that eventually this will get better. Maybe it will. I'm on disk 4 out of 5 and it seems to be picking up.
I read his other book: Way of the Peaceful Warrior and really enjoyed it. It doesn't seem like this Socrates can be the same person? Oh well. I'll keep listening.
All in all, I think Dan is a good author.
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In this novel, Socrates, the mysterious guru figure from "The Way of the Peaceful Warrior" is revealed. The story of his life is an inspiring
saga of the triumph of the spirit. As the ptotagonist struggles against
almost impossible odds to avenge a hideous crime, we see him learn and
grow into the master martial artist that we very first encountered in "Way of the Peaceful Warrior." History, martial arts, mysticism, all wrapped
in a wonderful tale of adventure, this book has it all.
George J. Partington scribbler georgepartington.com
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I have not heard of Dan Millman so when a library patron told me that this was a great book, my curiousity was piqued and naturally, I had to check it out to see if it was as good as he said it was. It was very good and very well-written. It is a mystical reading and since I love anything Russian, this satisfied my thirst.
Why a four star? I found it predictable in places. I like to be surprised. I wasn't. But it is still a superb piece of writing though. If you study martial arts and the concepts behind them, you might find this interesting. My husband, if he has extra time on his hands, would absolutely love to read this book. He did study martial arts at one time. And it's not as drab as all that. Socrates meets enemies and friends alike on his journey through life. He was orphaned at an early age, sent to live at the Cossacks training school with his uncle. He saves an older cadet's life and realizes that it was a mistake to do so. He runs away. He meets the love of his life in St. Petersburg and tragically, she was taken away from him. Socrates spends the subsequent ten to fifteen years training to take his revenge on her murderers, only to discover redemption.
It is, like I said, a beautifully written story. I have never heard of Dan Millman nor would I have been interested in reading his books, if it wasn't for a library patron. I plan to read "Way of the Peaceful Warrior" soon.
1/15/08
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Reading the prequel to the Peaceful Warrier was quite interesting. The story is a fit and I continue to enjoy Milman's work. This one is well worth the time.
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