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Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers

Anne Lamott
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Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012

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Anne Lamott

Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 2012
Book Details
Pages

102

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers, Anne Lamott explores how three simple prayers—help, thanks, and wow—can provide solace, gratitude, and awe in our lives. She delves into how these prayers help individuals connect with the divine, cope with difficulties, and find joy and appreciation in everyday moments.

Reviews & Readership

4.3

24,643 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Anne Lamott's Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers offers insightful reflections on the simplicity and power of prayer, resonating deeply with readers. The personal anecdotes and accessible language are praised for their warmth and relatability. However, some critics feel the content is repetitive and lacks depth. Overall, it’s a heartfelt guide to spirituality.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers?

Readers who enjoy Help Thanks Wow: The Three Essential Prayers by Anne Lamott are likely spiritual seekers and fans of uplifting, introspective literature. They appreciate Lamott's relatable, humorous style. Similar books include Elizabeth Gilbert's Eat, Pray, Love and Brené Brown's Daring Greatly.

4.3

24,643 ratings

75%

Loved it

18%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

102

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

2010s

Publication Year

2012

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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