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Personally, I could relate to Gilbert's experiences on so many levels. I, too, love to eat pasta.
I think to have taken such artistic license with this issue was perfectly understandable, though a footnote or something might have been appropriate mentioning this fact.This book uplifted my soul, made me promise myself to focus more on my own self-exploration and meditation, both of which I have neglected for the few years since the births of my children, and gave me the courage of my convictions that there is more to life than just the here and now and that love is the answer to all questions.Thank you Elizabeth. ;-)I would however like to counteract something someone else mentioned in their review - I think to have introduced the molestation accusations about Gilbert's Guru would have clouded her novel, which is, after all, a novel, and only semi-autobiographical - it is fictional in part.
I simply can't understand why anyone would ever give this book less than a 5 review. I, too, have been searching for that inner peace and self-love but have been hampered by negative self talk.
I am now going to read all your other books. Perfectly written, it truly expresses the inner world of so many women - the self talk, the uncertainties, the need for inner peace and love.
I, too, have been through a divorce, and had trouble coming out the other side.
I found the book to be full of complaining and whining and just did not enjoy it. I really just could not stop thinking about food all during her time in Italy and India and Indonesia just made me bored. I finished it, but barely. I love reading and I love the idea of traveling. but this book just didn't cut it for me.
I enjoyed every page of it and I have subsequently recommended to a few good friends. Gilbert's experience and also the way she shares it with the reader is direct, honest, human and entertaining. I was recommended this book by a friend and I read it during a period of uncertainty in my life. Although I generally mistrust traveling as a means to search calm and serenity, I was really inspired by the book.
Really great read for anyone who enjoys travel as well as personal growth. I filled my copy with underlines and will reread it again and again. One of my all time favorite books. Very well written and inspirational.
The 4 or more starred reviews must be from very young women whom are still in that phase of their lives. It is just such a selfish, self indulgent exploration. I suggest reading Three Cups of Tea, Swan House, What is the What - a book where the protagonist has something to GIVE to others. This is the first book I have reviewed without finishing the book.but I could not. No wonder the author only went to countries that began with the letter 'I', because that is exactly what this book is about - I.
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