A Book of Silence
A Book of Silence
Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
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Biography•
PhilosophyVarious • 2000s
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Religion & Spirituality•
Psychology2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In A Book of Silence, Sara Maitland explores the concept and experience of silence across various cultures, histories, and her own life. She examines how individuals can seek and find meaning in silence, contrasting it with the noise of modern existence. Through personal reflections and research, Maitland delves into the transformative power of quietness.
Contemplative
Serene
Mysterious
Adventurous
Inspirational
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Review Roundup
Sara Maitland's A Book of Silence is praised for its rich exploration of silence's impact and its meditative prose. Readers appreciate its blend of personal narrative and intellectual inquiry. However, some find its pacing slow and the content repetitive. Overall, it is a thought-provoking work that invites introspection and appeals to those seeking depth and contemplation.
Who Should Read A Book of Silence?
Readers who relish introspection and solitude, as explored in Sara Maitland's A Book of Silence, will enjoy its blend of memoir and philosophical reflection. Comparable to Annie Dillard's Pilgrim at Tinker Creek, it's ideal for those drawn to the nuances of silence and nature's role in inner exploration.
1,630 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction
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Biography•
PhilosophyVarious • 2000s
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Religion & Spirituality•
Psychology2008
Adult
18+ years
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