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Summary: A Must Read
Review: "The Traveler's Gift" is a life-changing treasure. The fact that it's entertaining, informative and inspiring is a fantastic bonus.Most of us will see a personal reflection in the main character, David Ponder. All the cards seemed to be stacked against him and just when you think it can't get any worse ... the adventure begins. While meeting seven extraordinary people from different times in history, Ponder gets to see what each person was thinking during intense moments of decision that helped shape the world. (Luckily, you get to learn from their unbelievable minds as well.) Of the seven visits, my personal favorite is a man of lesser fame, Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain, who played a vital role in the North's victory in the Civil War. (I get the chills just thinking about it.) Andy Andrews has got to be one of the most brilliant, inspirational storytellers of this generation. "The Traveler's Gift" is a definite 'must' read.
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Summary: A Little Treasure of Wisdom for Life
Review: "The Travelers Gift" is a little treasury of wisdom for living an unconventional life in a conventional world. In the spirit of Og Mandino, Andy Andrews outlines seven principles for successful living:
1. The Buck Stops Here - Taking personal responsiblity
2. Seek Wisdom - Search for understanding and discernment
3. Be a Person of Action - Being a courageous leader
4. Have a Decided Heart - Overcoming double-mindedness
5. Choose Happiness - Possessing a grateful spirit
6. Forgive others - The power of grace and mercy
7. Persist - Perservering with faith until the end
Using historical personalities (Lincoln, Anne Frank, Truman) and events (Civil War, Holocaust, World War II), Andrews draws powerful lessons from the past to inspire today's reader. This is not a particularly "Christian" book. Believers and non-believers alike will see the wisdom and usefulness of the seven decisions and their related stories. While there is an undertone of faith, the book is not certainly not a "religious" book in the traditional sense.
If you liked the Og Mandino collection, you'll really love this. An inspirational book with some meat to it. Hope you enjoy it!
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Summary: A Journalistic cocktail
Review: "The Traveler's Gift: Seven Decisions that Determine Personal Success" was an enjoyable read. I specifically appreciated the historical travel senario that was utilized to enhance the lessons of personal success. The story was, in my opinion, a "Journalistic cocktail." After a few "sips" the reader could taste the 2-parts of "It's a wounderful life" (with Jimmy Stewart), 1-Part "Celestine Prophecy," 1/2 drop of "The Wizzard of Oz," and a 1/2 shake of "A Christmas Carol." A great way to lighten your own burdens and break out of the everyday doldrums. A real joy to read!
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Summary: If you like Og Mandino...
Review: ...you'll love this story. David Ponder has reached the end of his rope. He is facing unemployment, mounting bills, and now his daughter needs surgery that he can't afford. When his car skids out of control on an icy road, he is thrown into another reality...travelling through time and visiting seven key people who each present him with a Decision for Success. Written in the unmistakable style of Og Mandino, each Decision for Success is a powerful, concise affirmation statement. A master story-teller, author Andy Andrews paints vivid word pictures to bring each scene to life, wrapping them up with the distilled wisdom of ages. Andrews has risked a great deal with this book, since the structure of the story is obviously borrowed from Mandino, and a handful of the nuggets of wisdom are recycled contemporary quotes. Not to worry -- he has taken a paint-by-numbers canvas and turned it into a masterpiece. This book is just as good as, if not better than, a Mandino classic. Well done! Larry Hehn, Author of Get the Prize: Nine Keys for a Life of Victory
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Summary: Lightweight . . .
Review: After reading reviews on the book, I went out and bought it. I was able to put the book down, in fact, I was able to to it three times. While I am sure many will get take away some useful tidbit, overall, I found the book lightweight in its seven decisions - no real life changing motivation. The one part I did enjoy was learning the story of the Civil War hero, if only from the historical point of view. I found myself comparing the book to Og Mandino's book, The Greatest Miracle In The World" which I found to be a wonderful read. The Traveler's Gift style resembles what Og Mandino often did in his books - tell a story and incorporate life lessons. I'm wondering if anyone else feels the same way. A nice book but not worthy of all the hype it has been receiving.
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Summary: A MUST read with a Big Heart!
Review: Andy Andrews has outdone himself with "The Traveler's Gift".
I love this story of David Ponder, a 46 year old man down on his luck, or is he? Andy takes you through the most captivating adventure, time-traveling to visit with great heroes and world leaders, that helps David to understand what true success is. My heart was so full reading this wonderful book, as it made me examine my own life and what I have considered successes and failures. I am giving this book to everyone in my family for Christmas. What a gift for teens and young adults who have yet to seek their futures! What a gift for adults to remind them what truly is important in their lives. Andy Andrews is one of the greatest authors of our time. He captures your heart and your mind in his great style of story telling. "The Traveler's Gift" is so entertaining and educating. I can hardly wait for Andy Andrews next book! *****
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Summary: Seven Simple Life-Changing Decisions
Review: Andy Andrews has woven a masterful story that pulls everyone into the story line with him. I could mentally see David Ponder as he met with seven people who changed history as they each give him a nugget of truth that will change anyone's life.
I wept as he conversed with Abraham Lincoln right before Lincoln gave the Gettysburg Address.
I did not want the book to end. Andy's style kept my attention so completely, it was a joy to read. I am absolutely incorpor-
ating his nuggets of wisdom into my life.
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Summary: An Engaging, Powerful Book
Review: Andy Andrews has written a thought-provoking book that will challenge you to be your best. The Traveler's Gift is written in story form which makes it fun to read and hard to put down. The incredible journey of the main character, David Ponder, is gripping and enlightening. The seven decisions revealed in his journey are timeless and applicable to all areas of our life. I loved this book because it encouraged me to live up to my fullest potential. I would encourage you to read this book and give it to everyone you care about.
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Summary: An Instant Classic...
Review: Andy Andrews is one of the most effective communicators in the world of entertainment I have ever seen. That particular skill serves him well as he takes you on the ride of your life in The Traveler's Gift. I felt like I was travelling through time myself, as the story's central character (David Ponder) gathers the wisdom of the ages. A remarkable journey into self discovery, Andy's delightfully entertaining book will no doubt become an instant classic for young and old alike. I encourage anyone reading this, "you have just got to read this book".
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Summary: "Simple" Wisdom Creates Massive Change (if applied)
Review: Andy Andrews writes a "simple" tale filled with wisdom from the ages. Herein lies the power of the "Travelers Gift"! This book takes what others have complicated, and brings it back to the simple truths. My life has already changed tremendously in the two weeks since I read the book. I'm now going back for the second read. I believe strongly that there is power in simplicity. What Andy writes is simple, playfully written, and extremely powerful. Apply the principles daily for a month - I dare you :-) Life will never be the same again.
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