I’ve been compulsively ordering books last week, one of them being this sparkling jewel, blessed with light and wisdom. Truth is, i only buy compulsively when i feel a lack of something in my life, see excitement and adventure. Well, this book does exactly provides both.
I am amazed at the power of one’s story to shine light over someone else’s life. As many others, i’ve made friend with this book, it should save my life until i reach my next holidays. For now, i’ll enjoy each moment spent in Elizabeth Gilbert‘s good company.
I was enchanted with her experiences in Italy, a bit uncomfortable with her experiences in India and thought she sold out completely in Bali. Maybe it’s because she is pretty young (compared with me, anyway). Although one could argue serendipity and que sera sera and all that, she did set out at the beginning of the book to seek enlightenment and find her self within. Instead, at the conclusion, she appeared to embarrassedly justify her decision to take a husband. Rather too quickly, in my opinion.
Ce livre est arrivé au bon moment dans ma vie. Parce qu’il a touché tellement de gens et même fait tellement d’adeptes, on espère une certaine vérité de ce livre-ci, alors qu’en fait, il ne s’agit que d’un témoignage. Un témoignage qui peut nous inspirer pour trouver notre équilibre personnel. Et surtout, un témoignage bien écrit, de manière amusante.