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This is a thought-provoking collection of stories from Moreton's life as a journalist reflecting on small moments of significance that helped him see life in a new way. From the rich and famous to the spiritual and political greats to a young refugee these encounters reflect on the power of story and the transformative influence of inspiration, faith and determination. Touched with moments of humour, Moreton's down to earth and, at times, vulnerable narrative is warm and humble. An enjoyable, inspiring read.
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Cole Morton's EVERYTHING IS EXTRAORDINARY is an exceptional, deeply moving, profound book -- an important and essential guide to what it means to be human, fully awake and aware of one another and the miracles around us. I loved the stories, the moments, the writing so tight and elegant it was poetry. I cannot choose any one particular story that stood out for me -- all of them were gems and all of them were extraordinary. I received a copy of this book and these thoughts are my own, unbiased opinions.
So, to me, this book is about connections, connections with each other and with the rest of the world and with nature... And these stories are proof that everything IS extraordinary, and that every everyone is important.
The author describes his encounters with others: an interview with Scarlett Johansson, getting to the funeral when Nelson Mandela died, trying to speak with Desmond Tutu and frightening him, the time he tried to crash the funeral of the Kray brothers' mother, even stories about his childhood friend and relatives... The stories are touching, emotional, and sometimes funny. When he talks to others, they talk about others who affected them too. It's great. Anyone reading this will feel more connected.
Thanks to NetGalley for letting me read this
Cole is a skilful storyteller and he recounts the stories in a meaningful and hopeful way which makes the extraordinary relatable and his writing style is easy to read.
GRATITUDE is one of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and such a powerful day. Because only a grateful man knows how to value what he has and be grateful for it, e. With books like these, today's man looks. because we don't know how to appreciate God, nor ourselves as a gift, nor life as a gift - Only when we start losing something or it starts approaching its end do we realize what we had. The book is an inexhaustible source of important messages and the same. Congratulations to the author and the publisher who recognized it. I recommend for reading.