Divine Nobodies: Shedding Religion to Find God (and the unlikely people who help you)
by Jim Palmer
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Author: Jim PalmerEdition: Paperback
Format: Bargain Price
Published: 2006-10-17
ISBN: N/A
Number of pages: 224
Publisher: Thomas Nelson
Book Reviews of Divine Nobodies: Shedding Religion to Find God (and the unlikely people who help you)
Book Review: Humor best left to others
Summary: 3 Stars
I have been reading this book for about five days. I usually burn through a book rather quickly so this one is a slower read for me as it is not a long book.
I believe the primary purpose of a book is to open our minds for learning- expansion. Some do it through being a truly enjoyable read- I do not find that to be the case with this one. Don't get me wrong, I like the concept of sharing the insights of one flawed human with another. Misery loves company and seeing that I am not alone in my ineptness provides some relief.
What I struggle with is Mr. Palmer's use of humor. For me, it is way to predictable and pulls from the overall work. As an example, Robert Fulghgum says, "Don't worry that children never listen to you; worry that they are always watching you." That is slightly ironic and humorous-it adds to his work. Mr. Palmer's are not up to the same level.
It probably sounds like I am panning this book- not the case. I am glad I am reading it. Dealing with life's everyday grind- more importantly sharing the experiences with others is invaluable. This book does that very well.
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