The Camino: A Journey of the Spirit

Shirley definitely creates intrigue

Shirley did it agian indeed with her sensativity to the supernatural. Another book that challenges the reader supernaturally and in questioning what their purpose in life is, is called 'Faithwalk' by Bonnie Oliver.

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Shirley adds another piece to the revelatory jigsaw.

Shirley goes within - agin. Despite sore feet, and travelling companions who would try the patience of a saint, she's vouchsafed some revelatory, even 'spooky', experiences which cast new light on human origin and reveal the existence of the 'presences' that religion has always affirmed. For those familiar with the work of Alice Bailey, Shirley's revelations seem to be complementary to, rather than contradictory of, the relevant parts of that text. There seems to be pressure building 'behind the scenes' to kick-start humanity into a better understanding of the realities of its existence. Those eagerly awaiting Shirley's next book might like, in the interim, to try Talking with Angels by Gitta Mallasz (ISBN 3-85630-564-5), but be warned - this is heavier stuff.

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Interesting

I really enjoyed her tale of this arduous journey across Spain. She is a good writer with an interesting story to tell. I didn't enjoy the spiritual aspect of it as much. It was a little far-fetched and I tended to skip back to the physical journey alot. However, spiritual travelers will enjoy it as well as adventurers who love travel writing.

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kewl!, very kewl .....

This is the first book of Shirley Maclains that I have read. Well written from and in a human way. Her drescription of her trip was kept my attention so much that I read the entire book in one day.

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This Book Was Wonderful!!

This book was one of Shirley's great ones!! I read in a one day, and I wish that I could have read it slower, so I went back to it again, and I did. Shirley's rek across the Camino can really make a person think. She continues to put herself to these tests because she says she wants to see just how far she can go, and she really went her limit this time just to write this book. I give her 5 stars hands down!!

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Interesting, Funny, Witty & I Couldn't Put It Down

This was the first book I have ever read by Shirley McLaine and I am very impressed! There were times that I laughed my butt off at her comical nature and times I almost cried because of the true struggle she made on her journey. She opened up alot of feelings I never could express in my own words. She is a very good writer in my opinion. I admire her alot.

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A greater understanding of Life.......Our Journey begins

Shirley's book at first was just interesting with all the details but the second part of her book was comforting & riveting to me.... Many ideas and thoughts I've had made more sense and the pieces seemed to fall into place for me. The book was out there but also in here... The numbers of souls on this path keep amazing me and they grow each day... it sure is a pleasure to be apart of Our New Beginning as Souls journeying in this life and other lives. Thanks to Shirley for her courage to share her life and experiences. She has been a light in my life and I appreciate her gifts. I feel lighter today after reading The Camino... and also discovered I was in Spain three weeks out of the four that she was on this pilgrimage... my visit was touring Spain, it villages and culture.

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Simply The Best

I have never been one for 'psychic' or 'spiritual journey' subjects. When my mate began listening to the audiobook in our car, I was intrigued. I found myself totally captivated by the book and have listened to it now 4 times. Excellent subject matter, very detailed and most of all uplifting and spiritually motivating. You will not be able to put this book down. Words cannot describe how much of an impact this book has had on my life and my own personal reflections of life. Do yourself a favor, READ THIS BOOK!

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A book you can't put down

I just love how she writes, I would love to meet her so very much. I bought this book and could not put it down as it was so interesting. I was ready to grab my hiking boots and take off until I got to the birthing part and felt you could not take it serious unless you experienced it yourself...which is exactly what she says herself..was she dreaming or was it a past life..who knows. I just love the flow of her writing and would like to have read more details of the walk itself. Worth reading. Well done Shirley!!!

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One Small Step For Shirley, One Giant Step for All Souls!

A very difficult book to put down. I felt as if I was with her during the entire trek. I plan to read it again. We each choose our own path and experience the consequences of those choices. Shirley brings the journey of her soul to all of us. For that I am grateful.

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Read also Paulo Coelho's

An interesting book, that will be heavily criticized by pilgrims, who think this road should be for the choosen ones. I suggest the readers of 'El Camino' to read 'The Pilgrimage', by Paulo Coelho and go to try for themselves.

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TREKKING & REINCARNATING

To the fans of OUT ON A LIMB, DANCING IN THE LIGHT & GOING WITHIN, Shirley MacLaine has finally written another autobiography that deals with her spiritual journey. You may, however, need a very 'open mind' to deal with the information being given. I suspect that THE CAMINO: A Journey of the Spirit will be one of the most heavily criticized of Ms. MacLaine's books because of its subject matter. The Camino is a 500-mile road or trail that starts out at the border of France and run across the northern part of Spain. To make this journey on foot is considered to be a holy pilgrimage, one in which the individual will gain deep spiritual insight and perhaps understand their place in the larger scheme of things. When Ms. MacLaine receives two anonymous letters suggesting that she make this journey, she decides to take the bull by the horns and do it. This is not an easy trek to make. She anticipates it to take between thirty and forty days of very hard walking, but she won't be alone. The Camino is constantly being traveled by people seeking answers to their most inner questions. It's what happens on Ms. MacLaine's journey that will certainly stir up a controvery. She will not only face many deep fears that have plagued her for most of her life, but will also experience many past lives, including one in which she became the mistress of the French king, Charlemague, and two in which she lived in Atlantis and Lemuria. These experiences teach Ms. MacLaine many things about her life and the people in it. She honestly questions these visions (for want of a better word) that she is having, wondering if they are actually real or simply the creations of her imagination. The reading is definitely interesting. I feel that Ms. MacLaine is telling us her truth as she sees it, and I praise her courage in choosing to go way out on the limb with this book. All may not buy her story, but I'm sure that most will find it facinating in some aspect or another. She does complete the journing, experiencing trials and tribulations with other people making the pilgrimage, as well as with a number of wild dogs and photojournalists, each of which will test her resolve to finish what she started. One thing that comes through in this story is that Ms. MacLaine does not want to be a 'New Age' guru of any kind. She only wants to tell her story and maybe to help others who are also on their journey of self-discovery. I wish I could say that I've had as many interesting reincarnations as she, but in most of mine I've lived simple and unexciting lives. Remember, however, to please read this with an 'open mind', and you too may come away with something very special. You will at least want to question yourn own life and the relationships you have a little more closely.

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Off-Beat, But Readable and Interesting!

I finished this book in one day. I had a difficult time putting it aside. I enjoyed reading about all the interesting characters she met along the road, including the other-world visitations, but had a difficult time with the 'Lemuria' and 'Atlantis' segments. I've read one other book by Ms. McClaine, and this one ranks right up there with 'Out on a Limb.'

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A Guide for a Soul-Being wanting a Spirit-filled Physical Experience

I opened this book one morning and didn't close it until I finished it late the same night. The following morning I opened it again and reread parts of it. I couldn't help it! Ms. MacLaine tells in her captivating writing style of her 500 mile pilgrimage on the Camino across northern Spain. It is an arduous journey. Sleeping and eating conditons are worse than primitive. The body must become accustomed to being sore and weary. But, MacLaine talks to us as she walks on and on and it's easy to feel the melding of her soul and mind and body. And, when we learn of the revelations that come miraculously to her, it's enough to make our souls long for such an experience.

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NEW JOURNEY

I had a hard time setting the book down but had to force myself to, so I could review what I had read. It was so moving and I could relate to so much of the book. As an actress she knows how to capture an audience and it comes through in her writing also. I wish there was a place to have and open conversation with people about these kinds of experiences without people looking at you like you were crazy. Also it would be nice to get some new insights on this subject matter

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Great book to listen to whether you have walked the Camino or not! Loved it!

Shirley MacLaine does a great job narrating her journey on the Camino her spiritual journey as well as her physical journey are both fascinating and insightful.

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