I'm sure 'Tuesdays with Morrie' did the same thing to me but i sobbed through the last chapter of this book. As a whole, beautifully written and a wonderful message brilliantly conveyed. The views given by the Rabbi pretty much sum up my feelings about world religions to the Tee. Therefore it was an affirming read.
I'm happy Albom has had commercial success with his stories but I am even more happy for his sake that he was able to live through the experiences which provided these stories. His life has certainly been enriched by the wise people he has be lucky enough to spend time with. He has used the opportunities to ask tough questions and get answers from people who might be best placed to answer them.
This story follows our author as he gets to know two religious leaders. The rabbi and the preacher. The preacher is a 'lost and found again' Christian and the Rabbi is a lifelong influence in the author's life, only recently and intimate acquaintance. Through his conversations with these central characters and his reflection on the time spent with them the religious philosophies begin to fall into place.
I don't know why this book took over a year to pick up. I should not shy away from Mitch Albom next time. The book took me two days to consume and I was enthralled for the duration.
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