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The Cafe on the Edge of the World
A Story About the Meaning of Life
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This book is ideally suited for readers interested in self-help and personal development, particularly those wondering about their lifeβs purpose or seeking fresh perspective and motivation. It is well suited for anyone open to philosophical reflection presented in a straightforward and emotionally engaging way. Readers expecting complex academic philosophy might prefer other works.
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The #1 Bestseller of the Year.
Over 5 million copies sold!
Translated into 45+ languages!
A simple and profoundly life-changing story.
This book is for everyone who's ever wondered if there isn't supposed to be more to life. 130 pages that will leave you inspired, hopeful, energised about life, and filled with calm and clarity.
It's about a life-changing evening spent in a small cafΓ© that has three unusual questions on the back of the menu.
Why are you here?
Do you fear death?
Are you fulfilled?
Author John Strelecky is known for his ability to take complex topics like the meaning of life, and put them into easily digestible stories which have helped millions find purpose, joy, and direction. Readers go back to his works again and again to be inspired, entertained, and provided with comforting wisdom which can be easily applied to their life.
Your intuition has guided you here. Now find out why.
Comments from readers about The Cafe on the Edge of the World:
"Read it in 1/2 a day in one sitting!!! And have already recommended it to 4 people!! Great read!!"
"This is a wonderful little book that will resonate with a lot of people. If you're looking for more purpose and meaning in your life, this book will inspire you. It's not a how-to. It's more of a deep reminder and an emotional catalyst to take action using the power of storytelling."
"If you have questioned why am I alive? What is my purpose? The Cafe on the Edge of the World is a must-read book."
"I don't read much, but I loved this."
"This brief book can change your way of looking at life in this world and, possibly, your way of living your life."
As a closing thought, and we humbly say this from experience, please honestly ask yourself if you're looking for a very complex academic discussion about philosophy. Or if you use words like "trite", "pedantic", "banal", or "obtuse". If so, please know other books would be a better fit for you.
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Readers praise this book as a quick, impactful read that inspires and resonates deeply with those seeking purpose and meaning. Many note its emotional power and storytelling approach as a catalyst for personal reflection and action. It's described as a wonderful reminder rather than an academic treatise, appealing to those open to thoughtful, accessible insights about life. Some readers recommend it wholeheartedly even if they usually do not read much.
Book Details
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ISBN: 9780991392056
Publisher: Aspen Light Publishing
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 20 October 2020
Imprint: Aspen Light Publishing
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 8.0mm
Width: 108.0mm
Height: 178.0mm
Weight: 109g
Pages: 132
About the Author
John Strelecky is the #1 Bestselling inspirational author of many books including; The Cafe on the Edge of the World, Return to the Why Cafe, What I've Learned, The Big Five for Life, The Big Five for Life - Continued, Life Safari, and Ahas!- Moments of Inspired Thought.His works have been translated into forty-five languages and sold more than 12 million copies worldwide.Following a life changing event when he was thirty-three years old, John was inspired to sit down and tell the story of The Cafe on the Edge of the World, his first book. Within a year after its release, word of mouth support from readers had spread the book across the globe--inspiring people on every continent, including Antarctica. It went on to win bestseller of the year 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022 & 2023 in Europe and became a #1 bestseller in North America.Through his writings and appearances on television and radio, John's messages have inspired millions of people to live life on their terms. He has been honored alongside Oprah Winfrey, Tony Robbins, and Deepak Chopra as one of the one hundred most inspirational thought leaders in the field of leadership and personal development. All of this continues to humble and amaze him.When he isn't writing or speaking, John spends extensive time backpacking around the world. He has taken extended trips to Africa, the Amazon Basin, Yucatan Peninsula, South America, SE Asia, Europe and China.
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