If you are fascinated by the the human struggle and ...
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If you are fascinated by the the human struggle and different walks of life, this one is for you.

P.S. You also have to not mind reading subtitles.
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Amazing story of the human condition and the intertwining of emotions, lifestyles and survival.  Very good visual, extraordinary language that gives you the desire to climb in the book and fix the issues.  You can really feel the pain and struggles of the main character.  The story is always taking an unexpected turn. It's hard to put down.
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This book is one you can't put down. It is filled with experiences, thoughts and the challenge to understand the meaning of life and the struggle of illness. Paul shows human spirit at its rawest and most challenged. It emphasizes the importance of our connection to each other as human beings
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King is able to transport you to another time and far away places as if you are witnessing the horrors of the psychological games of war or child abuse. Humanity wins...  The journey is long and not without struggle.
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While Hsun Tzu's writings are interesting in themselves, I found that a comparison of his work to both Confucius and Mencius provides much insight into the ways of human life.  Particularly interesting is Hsun Tzu's take a human nature versus that of Confucius and Mencius.  All in all this is an interesting read for anyone interested in philosophy, ancient Chinese culture or human interaction and life in general.
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If you're going to read this get your brain in high gear.  It's somewhat difficult in part but it really makes a person think about the duality of human nature.  It's a good study in how evil destroys us from the inside out.  Read it, you'll be glad you did.
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Books like this make us wonder whether freedom is worth the price, especially when it is a goal which is not readily obtainable. These wars, fought by the few bring unimaginable devastation to a majority of simple souls trying to eek out an often desperate life.

While the fighting in Chechnya is something the world has turned its back on due to the actions of a few "patriots", A Constellation of Vital Phenomena reminds us of what might have happened to any of us. Caught in a struggle for independence gone awry, the smallest child and most successful well meaning citizens become the flotsam of war. With careful reading we begin to realize, "there but for the grace of God...." .

Mr. Marra  inundates us with a painfully realistic portrait of these peoples lives. The choices between abandoning a wasting wife to save the life of your friends child are a daily occurrence, and where returning to the hell you escaped to find a missing sister is the insanity of the desperate.

The honesty of the book is like the situation and characters, hard to look at but impossible to abandon.
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You have to keep in mind that this work was not necessarily meant for the Western mindset.  It is a marvelous look at how China changed through recent history and it is told in one of the most inventive ways I have ever seen.  If you have strong views on how religion, reincarnation, sexuality, or relationships should be in your mind, you may have trouble understanding.  This book, for us Westerners, could open your eyes to how others live and how our ridged sense of morality does not fairly translate else ware.  It is also intensely spiritual. If you want to expand your knowledge of the human condition, buy this.  Peace to you.
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Anyone who may be a student of history will enjoy actually being there.  Seeing how ordinary human beings can become extraordinary in there ability to adapt, persevere and overcome.
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Great human interest documentary.  The people (men and women) and the animals have tremendous nobility while fighting the elements and terrain.  The setting is SPECTACULAR.  Very gripping and dramatic true story.  If you like nature, human courage and animals - dogs - this story will inspire you.  Highly recommended.
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An eye opening look into the humanity of caring for people in the late stages of life and the feelings they and their families might experience when death is inevitable and too soon.
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Fascinating depiction of various members of an Indian family. Complex illustration of the diversity of humanity and society. At times a bit tedious in the detail. But overall a truely raw and confronting depiction of the three generations, their values and the tensions in the community.
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Anyone fascinated  by royal families and how they influenced history will enjoy this look into their power struggles and machinations.  It's a reminder that politics and personalities control the direction of human history.
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As stated above this is a tough read however you should read it none the less because it gives you an in depth look at a part of history we know little about and it's though someone else's eyes and mind!
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If you have any inkling of intelligence, and crave pondering the mechanisms of the Universe, then this is a must see vid for you.  One day, the human species will catch up in our evolutionary process and be able to  reach the itch that Hawkings scratches.
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This book is amazing. You are so engrossed in it you do not even realize that it's invading your heart and mind. This is the perfect book for the cold hearted history buff and any one who appreciates the human experience. Do yourself a great favor and read this book!
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The detail in this world is amazing and the thought given to how a simple thing can mean so much when relating to an alien species or an alliance of alien species is so amazingly depicted that you cant help but feel what is happening in this book. You are a part of the proceedings from page one to the end...and now this fascinated reader is off to the next book in the series!