|
Me to We: Finding Meaning in a Material World | 
| Authors: Craig Kielburger, Marc Kielburger Publisher: Fireside Category: Book
List Price: $14.00 Buy New: $11.72 You Save: $2.28 (16%)
Rating: 34 reviews Sales Rank: 63161
Media: Paperback Number Of Items: 1 Pages: 320 Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7 Dimensions (in): 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.8
ISBN: 0743294513 Dewey Decimal Number: 171.8 EAN: 9780743294515
Publication Date: March 25, 2008 Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours
|
| Similar Items:
|
| Editorial Reviews:
Product Description Imagine waking up every morning believing that your actions can make a significant change in the world.For everyone who has ever yearned for a better life and a better world, Craig and Marc Kielburger share a blueprint for personal and social change that has the power to transform lives one act at a time. Through inspirational contributions from people from all walks of life and moving stories drawn from more than a decade of their experience as international change-makers, the Kielburgers reveal that a more fulfilling path is ours for the taking when we find the courage to reach out. Me to We is an approach to life that leads us to recognize what is truly valuable, make new decisions about the way we want to live, and redefine the goals we set for ourselves and the legacy we want to leave. Above all, it creates new ways of measuring meaning, happiness, and success in our lives, and makes these elusive goals attainable at last. After you've absorbed the ideas presented in this book, your life may not end up as you had envisioned. You may not acquire a house on a beach in the Caymans, but you may find your toes grounded in the sand. You may not see an enormous change in your social life, but in your life you may very well see enormous social change. You may not find the person of your dreams, but you will help people young and old go beyond their's. This book will open your eyes and change the way you look at life. Treat it as an invitation: an invitation to discover the power of the Me to We philosophy and to join the growing community of people around the world who are embracing this way of life.
|
| Customer Reviews: Read 29 more reviews...
I would like to read an honest review, please! November 23, 2006 29 out of 50 found this review helpful
I'm not saying that the folks here don't mean what they say in their glowing reviews, but I think it's obvious that they are "plants"--associates either of the author or publisher who are trying to boost the book's rating. (Every single review is by a first-time reviewer--I checked out all 21 to be sure. That can't be a coincidence.) I am diligent about reading reviews and was looking for an honest assessment of this book, which I am considering giving as part of a bat mitzvah present. The only way I'll know is to visit B&N in person to see for myself--so much for the convenience of online shopping!
= 0
A Lot of Wisdom from Youngsters December 2, 2006 14 out of 14 found this review helpful
Having a kid about the age of the kids who wrote this book I find it rather amazing that they found what they wanted to do in life as early as they did and wonder how they had the drive and the financial capability to have carried their ideas as far as they have.
The book concentrates on moving a persons attitude from thinking only about how to succeed themselves to thinking about a rather liberally defined we. As I understand their 'WE' it can be just bringing laughter to a group by being a comic. It can be a big thing like joining the peace corps, or a minor thing like volunteering somewhere to do something.
I can't, for myself, say that I've done as much as I could have done down through the years. But I can say that even a simple thing like ringing the bell at the Salvation Army Christmas pot for a few hours makes me feel a lot better. And I can say that the book has an excellent grasp of how that is.
ME TO WE tells exactly how and will serve as an inspirational guide especially recommended for public library collections. February 8, 2007 14 out of 14 found this review helpful
The authors of ME TO WE are brothers who found that reaching out to others helped them be happier in their own lives: at age 12 Craig founded the international organization Free the Children, and human rights issues and work have led both to journeys around the world finding new connections. ME TO WE blends personal experiences with a philosophy geared to commitment and improving lives, offering the belief that individual action CAN make a difference in the world. ME TO WE tells exactly how and will serve as an inspirational guide especially recommended for public library collections.
Diane C. Donovan California Bookwatch
wise beyond geography!! September 27, 2006 11 out of 15 found this review helpful
Who would have thought that two brothers from middle-class suburbia and still in their twenties could write such a powerful piece? In this book, Craig and Marc question the spoiled values of western society and the "me me me culture", by hitting the reader with statistics that make you think. They then go on to share powerful lessons of community and passion that they have learned during their travels-drawing from figures such as Mother Theresa to street children in Brazil. These lessons form the Me to We philosophy -one that everyone should adopt as a lifestyle. With contributions from world-renowned figures, this book is one impressive read.
Inspiring December 5, 2006 11 out of 11 found this review helpful
This book is very uplifting. The stories range from powerful to heartwarming to simply beautiful. A great read for anyone young or old. Just keep an open mind and get ready to be inspired.
|
|
|
|
Copyright 2008 BetterEditor.net
| |