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Summary: SAME OLD
Review: ALTHOUGH I WAS AWARE THAT THE BOOK WAS NOT AN ACTUAL " AUTOBIOGRAPHY " , I AM STILL DISAPPOINTED IN THE CONSTANT VAGUE RAMBLINGS AND TIRED INSIGHTS THAT THE AUTHOR EVOKES . THERE IS A LIMIT TO WHAT THE PRINTED WORD CAN DO , AND THIS BOOK DOES VERY LITTLE . I AM AWARE THAT THE FELLOW HAS PRODUCED SOME WITTY , AND AT TIMES STIMULATING IDEAS , AND HAS THE OCCASIONAL ABILITY TO EXPRESS CONCEPTS THAT MIGHT CREATE AN INTEREST IN PHILOSOPHY , BUT THIS IS WEAK . GAVE IT A 1 STAR FOR THE INTERESTING TITLE ........
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Summary: Must for Osho lovers
Review: Although this is not an autobiography in true sense (Osho never wrote his autobiography). This book is a collection from several of his talks that fit like an autobiography. If one is a critic of his views, then he will find a lot of stuff that can be criticised. On the other hand if one is a believer, he/she will get ample dose of Osho's wonderful message.
I finished the book in about 6 hours. Once I started reading, I just could not stop myself. I highly recommend this book for all readers. When reading anything by Osho one has to be prepared to face the truth. Osho has a "in your face" approach to everything, and that's what makes him great.
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Summary: Among my fav all-time readings
Review: For anyone who seeks a fair introduction to one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century, Osho, this is the place to begin. Osho never really wrote his biography. This book is a collection of his lectures on different subjects that he addressed to over the course of time. It adheres to the values of eastern spirituality since Osho was highly influenced by the teachings of Gautama Buddha. He had a flair for simplifying the more complicated issues that human mind, body, and soul is constantly inflicted with in the modern times. I highly recommend this book for anyone who seeks insight into spiritual (particularly eastern) studies.
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Summary: Among my fav all-time readings
Review: For anyone who seeks a fair introduction to one of the greatest minds of the twentieth century, Osho, this is the place to begin. Osho never really wrote his biography. This book is a collection of his lectures on different subjects that he addressed to over the course of time. It adheres to the values of eastern spirituality since Osho was highly influenced by the teachings of Gautama Buddha. He had a flair for simplifying the more complicated issues that human mind, body, and soul is constantly inflicted with in the modern times. I highly recommend this book for anyone who seeks insight into spiritual (particularly eastern) studies.
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Summary: 2 good books in 1.
Review: I find Osho to be one of the most intelligible masters of the 20th century. The first part of this book is 219 pages long and told in the 1st person. The appendix is a 60 pages long (fill in the blanks) recap told in 3rd person. While I loved the whole book very much, I take away a star for not somehow interweaving the 2 sections.
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Summary: A glimpse into the life of a great teacher
Review: I have read several of Osho's works. As a mathematician, I find his logic entertaining if not always rigorous. His outlook on the world, and on life, is uplifting. If I could afford it, I'd buy all of his books. I bought this book because I was curious about his life. I was not disappointed.
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Summary: preconceptions smashed
Review: I just knew he had some crazy meditation techniques was a bit of a rogue, had 93 rolls royces, accepted sex and i had a few friends who recommended him. Wow, blown away, this is one of the most beautiful books i've ever read! Osho's integrity shines through and yes he is a dangerous man because he's not concerned about beliefs but the truth. And he challenges you deeply, i was a buddhist monk for 3 years and he takes traditions apart 'Buddha wasn't a buddhist' what a one liner. Many buddhist books seem to take a mathematical approach to enlightenment, Osho is a poet. I just cried reading this book, with laughter and joy and hope, i even found myself clapping and shouting 'Yes yes yes!' Sheer delight. I'm hooked.
love and peace
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Summary: A Unique Autobiography of a Unique Master of the Millenium!
Review: Of Indian mystics, after Paramhansa Yoganand's Autobiography ofa Yogi, Osho's autobiography stands apart from the convention. Theuniquness of this book is that it is not written by Osho. It is TALKEDby Osho to his intimate pupils and is recorded by them thereafter. And therefore, it provides a freshness in the story. The book reveals many secrets of the life of Osho which I have not found in any of his books. It also details the biblical situation of Osho's birth, his association with other enlightrened masters who recognized his potential when he was very young and took care of him until he attained to enlightentment. Osho's meeting with India's first prime minister Nehru is another very interesting part. Osho's accounts with Nehru surfaces some of the hidden qualities and spirituality of Nehru. At one sight, Nehru recognizes the future potential of young Osho (may be then 14/15 years old only) and asks Osho's companion, Masto Baba , to take care of him. Mosto Baba is one of the three enlightent Masters of a single chain, who, one by one, took care of Osho in succession. The spiritual journey of Osho is very inspirational. In some places he looks like a dare devil: ready take any kind of challenge; and in some accounts he appears to be as humble as one can be.
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Summary: Spiritually Faithful
Review: Osho's teachings continues to expand and reaches millions of people who believe in him and his philosophy. Osho is regarded the most provocative spiritual teachers of the twentieth century. His Autobiography pieced together by his Disciples Sarito Carol Neiman and Ma Yoga Bhakti,provides a delightful glimpse into his life and so does his articles reflect his inner thoughts and outrageous beliefs. His rebellious philosophy, created waves all over the world. He travelled extensively giving his speeches, debated over religious topics and introduced the techniques of Meditation. There are no full stops in the Osho vision, but a helping hand towards understanding ourselves. In his talks, he reflects the message that human mind is put under the microscope as never before, analyzed to the smallest wrinkle. Mind as psychology, mind as emotion, mind as mind/body; mind as moralist, mind as belief; mind as religion, mind as history, mind as politics and social evolution -- all examined, studied, and integrated. The word `Osho' itself means a `healing sound' and he derived this name out of William James `Oceanic' . He exposed hypocrisy and humbug wherever he saw and this Autobiography is like a thorough journal of the most controversial and dynamic personality `Osho' who is said to have been `Never Born, Never Died' by all his followers. I use to read `Osho Times' and have many books of Osho and Osho Speeches video and Music CDs in my collection and believe in `Take the Best, Leave the Rest' - A good pick `Osho's Autobiography' and a Nice Read too!
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Summary: A GREAT INTRODUCTION
Review: This is a great introduction to one of the most misunderstood men of the twentieth century. Even if you have no interest in spiritual living, the childhood anecdotes alone will keep you laughing. Osho used stories from his own life all the time in his discourses, and I was a little disappointed that some of my favorites were left out, but I understand how the editors wanted to balance out the book. The autobiography also clears up some of the common questions people have about him, like Why the 93 Rolls Royces? Reading the book you'll be struck by his simple brilliance, but I'll let you discover for yourself. Read it and enjoy. Oh, and try to get your hands on Glimpses of a Golden Childhood, too.
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