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Summary: Some value, but a little disappointing
Review: I wish I could give this book a higher rating, but it does have problems - I admit that I expected a lot, and was somewhat disappointed. There certainly IS some worthwhile material in this book, but there is a LOT of repetition. (If you've read it, how many times does he use the baby or the potatoes analogies?)This book could easily be half the length it is without leaving anything out. While I have a great deal of respect for the author, some of his ideas and example dialogs don't seem very realistic. The real core of his message is that Anger will subside when accepted and treated with Mindfulness - this, I think, is true.
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Summary: Life changing reading...if you're willing to do the work
Review: I'm usually leery of reading books that other people claim "changed their lives" because I fully believe we are responsible for changing our own lives, and usually those "life changing" books turn out to seem more like excuses for why you are the way you are..."its not your fault" or "just read this book and your life will be fixed." Thich Nahn Hanh offers no such excuses or quick fixes. Just simple common sense that is, unfortunately, far from common in this day and age. This book is listed in the "anger management" catagory, but really, it applies to so much more than just anger issues. ANYONE would benefit from reading this book, except perhaps those few who have already realized these simple truths...and even they would probably benefit, but perhaps could save their money and just borrow a copy from a friend ;)
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Summary: Life changing reading...if you're willing to do the work
Review: I'm usually leery of reading books that other people claim "changed their lives" because I fully believe we are responsible for changing our own lives, and usually those "life changing" books turn out to seem more like excuses for why you are the way you are..."its not your fault" or "just read this book and your life will be fixed." Thich Nahn Hanh offers no such excuses or quick fixes. Just simple common sense that is, unfortunately, far from common in this day and age. This book is listed in the "anger management" catagory, but really, it applies to so much more than just anger issues. ANYONE would benefit from reading this book, except perhaps those few who have already realized these simple truths...and even they would probably benefit, but perhaps could save their money and just borrow a copy from a friend ;)
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Summary: still waters run deep
Review: Let me being by saying that I do not normally read "self-help" books, nor am I a fan of them. With that said, I was absolutely floored by _Anger_. I have never had a book "speak" to me the way Thich Nhat Hanh's wonderful (and readable) book does.The book is neither preachy nor self-depreciating. Rather, in an almost conversational tone, Hanh discusses the nature of anger and how it effects us and those around us. Hanh then goes on with gentle advice on how to address anger - between spouses, family members, even nations. Naturally the book is couched in Buddhist terms, but this does not detract from the central message of the author or limit the effectiveness of its message. In fact, one could insert what ever spiritual tradition you choose in place of "the Buddha" (or remove it entirely if you wish) and still get the benefits of the practice Hanh is encouraging. I highly recommend the book. It is easy to read, practical, and very down to earth, with solid, user-friendly advice for everyone touched by anger (as a recipient of anger as well as one who feels angry.) A great read.
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Summary: still waters run deep
Review: Let me being by saying that I do not normally read "self-help" books, nor am I a fan of them. With that said, I was absolutely floored by _Anger_. I have never had a book "speak" to me the way Thich Nhat Hanh's wonderful (and readable) book does. The book is neither preachy nor self-depreciating. Rather, in an almost conversational tone, Hanh discusses the nature of anger and how it effects us and those around us. Hanh then goes on with gentle advice on how to address anger - between spouses, family members, even nations. Naturally the book is couched in Buddhist terms, but this does not detract from the central message of the author or limit the effectiveness of its message. In fact, one could insert what ever spiritual tradition you choose in place of "the Buddha" (or remove it entirely if you wish) and still get the benefits of the practice Hanh is encouraging. I highly recommend the book. It is easy to read, practical, and very down to earth, with solid, user-friendly advice for everyone touched by anger (as a recipient of anger as well as one who feels angry.) A great read.
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Summary: Get the hardback version
Review: My parole officer recommended this book to me since I have a problem (I'm told) managing my anger. It's an excellent text and comes in handy when no other solid object is within reach.
Rating:
Summary: Not a bad start
Review: Nhat doe's a decent job of going over this topic, but I must say the steps involved are much easier said then done. I found his work difficult to apply to daily life, but it is the kind of book that realy challenges you to think a different way. Not a miracle book, but worth the time if you have the dicipline to monitor your thoughts.
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Summary: Words to Live By!
Review: Thay's writings often seem so simple as to be simplistic or childish, but spend a little quality time with this book (or any of his huge output) and you'll realize that, like other great spiritual teachers, his words have a profoundly life-changing quality. The operative word in Thay's teaching is PRACTICE, and he really does mean "practice" as if you were learning to play the piano or to play tennis. If absorbed and worked at every day, preferrably in the context of daily meditation as well as the normal interactions of daily life, these teachings have the power to create peace and joy for you and those with whom you live and work. This is the beauty of Buddhist teaching in general and the teachings of TNH in particular: they are not complex theological constructs but simple, practical steps designed to make you happy!
Rating: 
Summary: Good book
Review: The author does a good job of reviewing the topic of anger, but the steps proposed in cooling anger are much easier said than done. I found the suggested work difficult to apply to daily life. However, the contents of this book challenge the reader to think in different ways. I also highly recommend a collection of Buddhist wisdom by Taro Gold called 'Open Your Mind, Open Your Life' which has greatly helped me cool my anger and discipline my mind.
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Summary: Hate to say it, but this book made me angry
Review: The first few chapters were ok, but later on this book made me angry!
At one point, the guy tells you that eating angry chicken makes you angry. So you have to eat either non-angry chickens, or only vegtables, because evidently vegtables don't get angry.
Phooy. Hogwash! I don't belive anger has anything to do with that. Sounds like a bunch of new age hippyness or something.
Anyway, I've not read past that party cause I got so angry I threw the book down. I'll read some more later, hopefully it gets better. The first chapters are ok, maybe after this part it is ok again.
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