Illusions: The Adventures of A Reluctant Messiah

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In the cloud-washed airspace between the cornfields of Illinois and blue infinity, a man puts his faith in the propeller of his biplane. For disillusioned writer and itinerant barnstormer Richard Bach, belief is as real as a full tank of gas and sparks firing in the cylinders...until he meets Donald Shimoda—former mechanic and self-described messiah who can make wrenches fly and Richard's imagination soar....

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In Illusions, the unforgettable follow-up to his phenomenal bestseller Jonathan Livingston Seagull, Richard Bach takes to the air to discover the ageless truths that give our souls wings: that people don't need airplanes to soar...that even the darkest clouds have meaning once we lift ourselves above them... and that messiahs can be found in the unlikeliest places—like hay fields, one-traffic-light midwestern towns, and most of all, deep within ourselves.

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ISBN-13: 9780440204886
Publisher: Random House Publishing Group
Publication date: 10/28/1989
Format: Mass Market Paperback
Edition description: Reissue
Edition number: 1
Pages: 192
Sales rank: 37,379
Product dimensions: 6.94 (w) x 10.88 (h) x 0.51 (d)

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Richard Bach worked as an Air Force tactical fighter pilot, a motion picture stunt pilot, an aviation technical writer and a flight instructor before becoming one of the world's bestselling authors. He lives in the Pacific Northwest.

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Anonymous

Posted May 19, 2010

One of my favorite books of all time!

This a story that explores the spiritual by an author who inspires speculation on the metaphysical. It is impossible to read "Illusions" without some examination of ones own spiritual journey. It inspires kind living and faith in the divine.

At the same time, this story insipres depth without being too heavy. It is definately good for a relaxing escape. It turned my attitude around many days some years ago when I first read it. If the mataphysical is a tempting topic for you, read this book! It inspired new preferances with the development of my own library.

However; if you read this book, be prepared to have a thirst for more of Richard Backs work. His book "One" may be of particular interest if you ever imagined a multidimentional existance. "Illusions" examines the journey of a "reluctant mesiah", a journey which has profound implications. It's a must read! Enjoy!
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Posted May 14, 2010

Amazing!!! Thought provoking the first time I read it, and again, 20 years later!

An amazing book! I keep buying it because I keep loaning it out and not getting it back. Whenever I buy one for a friend, I end up having to buy another one for myself b/c I get engrossed in it all over again. This is NOT the book for the devoutly religious! However, the open minded reader will find lots to chew on in the book and in their lives. HUGELY recommend!
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Posted February 21, 2010

Ascension in a nutshell.

That's what this book is about. Merging the human with our inner divine nature, and what that looks like in our lives.
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Posted April 28, 2009

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Wonderful Book

My all time favorite book!
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Posted March 3, 2009

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When your juoury is opening up, Illusions will either come to you or you will find it.

A powerful book that allows you to reflect upon your own life with a greater sense of creativity.
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Posted November 13, 2008

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Get this book!

This is Richard Bach¿s masterpiece. If you want to invest 2 hours straight in reading a book, this will be the one, and this will probably be the best investment ever. Bach¿s adventure is full of inspiration, get ready to be blessed with joy, beauty and wisdom.
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Anonymous

Posted June 25, 2008

Still life changing

Just when I think that I've figured out the meaning behind the book my life shifts and I'm finding a new meaning. The book is fantastic. I've officially bought twelve copies of this book because each time I loan it to someone to read, they end up asking to keep it. Actually, I've just purchased my 13th copy as a gift for someone so I can keep my own since I finally got a hard copy edition. I also keep the 'handbook' in my purse and have introduces so many to it that I really should work for Barnes & Noble or Mr. Bach himself!
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Posted December 21, 2007

Sad...but well written....

The perspective of a spiritual being on a physical journey seems totally lost--although very well written--on the author. Had I come down to earth with the mission to teach and save the Godseed...my boredom and the humdrum wouldn't affect the outcome. Sorry, Richard...not your best work, philosophically speaking.
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Posted June 4, 2007

Picean age into the Age of the Aquarious!

Richard has been to the mountain top! As someone said, 'truth embodied in a tale shall enter lowly doors'. This book was given to me over 10 years ago. I read it, thought it was good, however, I did not get the real essence. The teacher was present but the student was not aware. This is the news that was behind the veil in the holiest of holies in the temple. Thank God that veil was rent in twain. Now we must open up our gates and remove our own /illusion/veil in order to see the Divine light that resides in you and everything else. MESSIAHS! Forward! March! .......did you hear the call....???
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Posted June 14, 2007

Life Changing Book

This book was given to me in 8th grade by my Astronomy teacher and it COMPLETELY changed my point of view in life. At the age of 14 you start doubting so many things, but this book ceratinly helped me see what life really is and means.
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Posted January 15, 2007

An Experience

I got this book from my guitar teacher Matt like two or three years ago and I couldn't put it down. This book is like candy for the mind and imagination. If you believe in God or you don't, if you want to believe, or if you just want insight this book is amazing.
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Posted January 8, 2006

Grace or blasphemy? What a choice.

I first received my copy in the late 80's. Its been my favorite Chrismahanukwanza gift since then. To say, ¿Thou art G-d,¿ starts to grasp the power and joy this book can bring you. It may, however, challenge you to question your beliefs or relationship with your higher power. This challenge may be blasphemy to organized believing. I hope you see past that. The discovery of your being a part of that power can be your salvation and let you acknowledge your personal state of Grace. The friend that gave me my first copy told me it was magical. She said I could randomly open the book to any page and, like an I-Ching, see what answer I needed. She was right. Besides all the religious overtone I got from the book, its a nice story and any easy read. I read it every year and highly recommend it.
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Anonymous

Posted January 2, 2006

By far his best work!

Many readers claim that Jonathan Livingston Seagull was Bach's best book. Although a similar concept that is more digestable for young readers Jonathan Livingston Seagull did not compare. In Illusions Bach sets your mind free with a new and outlandish concept of the world and life that begs to be considered. Being a Catholic it nagged at my preconceived notions of Jesus, his message, and his struggle. I think the notes on the first couple of pages say it all with no religious overtones! What a great read.
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Posted January 6, 2006

Succinct & Sound

The author's creative genius shines in this outstanding masterpiece. I have gifted this book to all those wanting such information. Because of its brevity, so called non-readers are suddenly looking for more similar style evolutionary pieces of work (albeit few and far between). The smudged and handwritten 'notes' prefacing the story in the later printed paperback edition render this book near perfect. You rule, Richard Bach.
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Posted June 14, 2005

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE!

THIS BOOK SAVED MY LIFE BECAUSE AT A TIME WHEN ALL SEEMED LOST A FELLOW SOROR OF THE ROSAE CRUCIS HAD ME READ IT AND AT FIRST I DIDN'T WANT TO DO ANYMORE READING ESPECIALLY BY AN AUTHOR WHO WROTE A BOOK ABOUT SEAGULLS! BUT LIFE IMITATES ART AND ALL I CAN SAY IS I HAVE A HEALTHY OUTLOOK ON LIFE AND THERE IS NO GOOD OR BAD, RICH OR POOR, SICK OR HEALTHY PEOPLE ON THIS EARTHLY PLANE. WHAT WE SEE, HEAR, TOUCH AND LOVE CAN ALL BE EXPLAINED IN THIS ONE IN A MILLION BOOK, THAT COMES ALONG AND TRANSFORMS A PERSONS LIFE FOR THE BETTER AND OFFERS A NEW WAY OF SEEING LIFE UP CLOSE AND PERSONAL. IF YOU NEVER READ A BOOK IN YOUR LIFE AND DECIDE TO? THIS *is* THE BOOK FOR YOU! *WINK*
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Anonymous

Posted November 11, 2004

OH MY GOSH!!!!

An Amazing Book! It's a great for everyone. No matter how old you are you should READ THIS BOOK!?!? My only complaint is that its too short but still definitely one of the best books I have ever read!?!
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Posted December 3, 2004

WOW

I can't say enough good things about this book! Possibly the most touching and enlightening book I've ever read. It might just change the way you look at life (for the better). You'll feel like walking on water after you read it:))
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Anonymous

Posted September 20, 2004

Is life an illusion?

I've been a fan of Richard Bach's for many years now and somehow missed reading this book until just recently. As with Jonathan Livingston Seagull, he puts alot of information in a rather short book. What is reality, is really the question here. Science is beginning to realize that we create our own reality as experiments show that expectations change results. Bach goes further to show we can manipulate reality to our wants and needs. The only problem I have with this is that he makes it seem a little too easy. (But then if I believe that it has to be difficult, than it will be difficult for me!)The book is an easy and entertaining read. I was sorry when I got to the end of it. If you've never thought you had control of your life, this book will change your mind.
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Posted May 28, 2004

The Most Valuable Book That I Ever Received

I received this book as a gift commemorating a religious occasion. It showed me what Sprit truly is and how to connect with it. What more valuable gift could there be?
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Posted March 23, 2004

Unbelieveably Astounding

Essentially, this is the book to read to understand yourself and your own context better. What could be more important than that?
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One of my favorite books of all time!

Amazing!!! Thought provoking the first time I read it, and again, 20 years later!

Ascension in a nutshell.

Wonderful Book

When your juoury is opening up, Illusions will either come to you or you will find it.

Get this book!

Still life changing

Sad...but well written....

Picean age into the Age of the Aquarious!

Life Changing Book

An Experience

Grace or blasphemy? What a choice.

By far his best work!

Succinct & Sound

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT LIFE!

OH MY GOSH!!!!

WOW

Is life an illusion?

The Most Valuable Book That I Ever Received

Unbelieveably Astounding