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Summary: Real
Review: I expected a self agrandizing account of Angelina Jolies adventures but I feel that these journals were really down to earth, real and powerful. You are not human if this book doesn't drive you to take action. These refugees really need help. I have newfound respect for Angelina Jolie.
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Summary: Truely Meaningful
Review: I know...I was skeptical at first,too.
Although I enjoy Jolie's movie career, I neglected to take her seriously. But, this actually made the book more accessable. I figured if a pampered Hollywood actress had the guts to take all this in, I could at least read what she had to say.
After reading these journals on one sitting, my view has changed! Not only on Jolie but the world and our part in it.
HIGHLY RECOMENDED BOOK. It's easy for anyone to understand, facts are brief and to the point. The accounts are gut-wrenching yet managable. Jolie is fairly non-biased and unassuming. The text is interesting and quick to read with chatty, personal style. These events and lives hit home! This book is for anyone trying to understand compassion. The only criticism is-What now? There is no purpose but to share what she's seen. But,WOW, do I thank her for sharing!
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Summary: Truely Meaningful
Review: I know...I was skeptical at first,too.
Although I enjoy Jolie's movie career, I neglected to take her seriously. But, this actually made the book more accessable. I figured if a pampered Hollywood actress had the guts to take all this in, I could at least read what she had to say.
After reading these journals on one sitting, my view has changed! Not only on Jolie but the world and our part in it.
HIGHLY RECOMENDED BOOK. It's easy for anyone to understand, facts are brief and to the point. The accounts are gut-wrenching yet managable. Jolie is fairly non-biased and unassuming. The text is interesting and quick to read with chatty, personal style. These events and lives hit home! This book is for anyone trying to understand compassion. The only criticism is-What now? There is no purpose but to share what she's seen. But,WOW, do I thank her for sharing!
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Summary: A path well taken Angelina
Review: I recommend this book as an education in both what real life is for so many humans in our lifetime as well as the absolute proof that one womans journey through our life can make a difference, can matter beyond a movie role and she will be remembered for more than her beauty , her tatoos and her love life...Angelina made a difference!
I love her movies, but love her even more for doing what I wish I could, and that is making a mark on the world by helping others, adopting children and donating her time and money.
Read her journals and understand.
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Summary: Inspiring, Heartfelt, Will make you appreciate your life....
Review: If you want to appreciate your life more than you could ever imagine read this book. Ms Jolie's experiences visiting with refugees around the world will touch your heart & make you think about the world in which we all live in a new light. You feel as if you are right there with her on her trips. This read will open your heart and hopefully mind to how fortunate you are. After reading this book you will wake up grateful for all you have, for so many have so much less. If you are a fan of the actress you will learn just what an amazing person she is, if you are not a fan you will be after reading this. Ms. Jolie is donating the proceeds of this book to the UNHCR. She not only donates her time but she also donates her own money. She does the hard work, the relief workers who devote their time and energy are doing this work daily, seems the least we can all do is help in anyway we can. You can start by purchasing her book, it will be a gift you actually give yourself.
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Summary: As raw, honest, and shocking as Angelina's personality
Review: In this written account of Angelina Jolie's early trips with the UNHCR, readers are given a first-hand glimpse at the strength and beauty of refugees from around the world. Jolie holds nothing back, writing with emotion, intelligence, and incredible insight as she describes the people whose suffering inspired her to become a UN Ambassador and donate more than $6 million -- as well as adopt a child,(...) from Cambodia. It is a must-read for Jolie fans as well as anyone who wishes to be more aware of the living conditions of third-world countries. Jolie eats and lives with these people, forgoing all Hollywood luxuries but at the same time knowing that she is barely making any sacrifices compared to how refugees must live on a daily basis. We literally watch as these courageous and inspiring people win her heart... and it's difficult to finish this book without being won over ourselves. One of the most beautiful women in the world describes the world's ugliest crimes against humanity and does so in a way that moves her readers to action. Her two goals are to better understand and to help bring awareness, and by the end she has more than met them.
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Summary: As raw, honest, and shocking as Angelina's personality
Review: In this written account of Angelina Jolie's early trips with the UNHCR, readers are given a first-hand glimpse at the strength and beauty of refugees from around the world. Jolie holds nothing back, writing with emotion, intelligence, and incredible insight as she describes the people whose suffering inspired her to become a UN Ambassador and donate more than $6 million -- as well as adopt a child,(...) from Cambodia. It is a must-read for Jolie fans as well as anyone who wishes to be more aware of the living conditions of third-world countries. Jolie eats and lives with these people, forgoing all Hollywood luxuries but at the same time knowing that she is barely making any sacrifices compared to how refugees must live on a daily basis. We literally watch as these courageous and inspiring people win her heart... and it's difficult to finish this book without being won over ourselves. One of the most beautiful women in the world describes the world's ugliest crimes against humanity and does so in a way that moves her readers to action. Her two goals are to better understand and to help bring awareness, and by the end she has more than met them.
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Summary: More than a book...
Review: It was a great experience. I felt I was in the field. I saw the children. I felt the pain and suffering. I felt cold and shivered. I felt the heat and the dust. I cried and smilled. At one point I felt I was exhausted from travelling so much.
There was something special, I think magical, about the way the book was written. It truely paints the pictures and creates the scenes for you. You live in the book.
I have grown because of this experience. Merci Angie ;)
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Summary: In awe of ones journey
Review: My boyfriend Mike got me this book. I haven't even finished reading the book I rec'd only a day before, but I am 3/4 of the way finished. I am in complete awe of her travels and being the one actress that I most identify with through some of her characters, I felt an imediate sense of peace, saddness, and a new understanding. Though heart in throat, I am barely able to put the book down and hope that the inspiration that she is clearly passing on to her readers, brings various forms of help to the refugees in whatever way one can. Angelina has clearly been on a path to self discovery. What she seems to have discovered is the true treasures of life - compassion and appreciation. This is a book I will keep for inspiration a long time and while people have asked to borrow it, (...)
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Summary: An Inspiring Journey
Review: Reaching towards the end, sadness takes over as I did not want the journey of the true meaning of humanity to end. It was the only window to learn more about innocents' lives. Every day passes by, my appreciation and gratitude intensifies to UNHCR Goodwill Ambassador Angelina Jolie who managed to educate us. Notes from My Travels, nourishes the soul and directs one's energy to the humanitarian issues exposed in this book. 20 million refugees around the world, some of us are simply not aware of the issue, and some are just selfish enough to ignore. Thanks to Angelina Jolie for raising awareness among both groups of people. It is inspiring, educating and motivating; it will enlighten the mind of any individual who reads it. It is a blessing for us to know how other people are living and what their needs are so we can all contribute in building a better world. It is about time we get over our selfishness and read about our innocent brothers and sisters and take action. While I was reading, a friend who does not speak English asked me about the book, so I briefed her. Without hesitating, modestly her next question was "where can I find it in our language?" Then I realized how Angelina Jolie managed to raise enough awareness even to those who could not read the book as well. It is such a Treasure. Don't hesitate to read it; Notes from My Travels are pure facts from a big heart.
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