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"This marvelous posthumous collection from Irish
poet-philosopher O’Donohue (Anam Cara) comes as an unexpected
gift for his fans...[his] work remains a rich banquet for those
interested in spirituality and his particular expression of
contemporary Celtic mysticism." —Publishers Weekly
"This book you now hold in your hands is a treasure." —Krista
Tippett, host of On Being
"A celebration of the beauty and mystery of everyday things.
Walking in Wonder is a delight." —Deepak Chopra, New York Times
bestselling coauthor of You Are the Universe
"This wondrous, panoramic lens of John O'Donohue as mystical
theologian, purveyor of the divine imagination, genius of
intellect and fierce social-justice activist is a vital gift
bestowed by fellow pilgrim and beloved friend John Quinn to a
world urgently in need of spiritual replenishment and
activism." —Ellen Wingard, coeditor of Enlightened Power: How
Women Are Transforming the Practice of Leadership
"John O'Donohue's wondrous words illuminate the pages of this
magnificent book as they bring clarity and inspiration to our
rapidly changing world. Whether we're discovering John for the
first time, or we have already been transformed by the poetry and
prose of this profound philosopher, poet, and mystic, Walking in
Wonder offers us all a unique rtunity to enter a compelling
conversation about the most important yet often hidden challenges
of finding meaning and connection in our modern lives." —Daniel
J. Siegel, MD, clinical professor at the UCLA School of Medicine
and New York Times bestselling author of Aware: The Science and
Practice of Presence
"What John O'Donohue could do with words simultaneously baffles,
delights and soothes the heart." —Jon Kabat-Zinn, author of Full
Catastrophe Living and Falling Awake
"John O'Donohue's contribution as a prophet will continue. His
work as a writer and a poet will endure. These conversations
between John O'Donohue and John Quinn, maybe Ireland's most
thoughtful broadcaster, offer a unique in into the power of
wonder and the importance of symmetry in all aspects of our
lives. A powerful contribution." —President of Ireland, Michael
D. Higgins
“How glorious it is to hear the voice of John O’Donohue again,
the lark-tongued poet, philosopher, theologian and anam cara, who
left his imprint on everyone he met. Anyone who spent time with
him—in person or in books—came away changed. In this spirited
conversation, John is fiercely alive with the electric fizz of
being, fully attuned to life, ruminative, and so infused with
wonder that every question becomes a lantern. As ever, he delves
deeply into the plateaus of being human, and explores the
thresholds that arise, frighten, butmust be crossed to become the
self one dreams. I so cherish this unexpected gift.” —Diane
Ackerman, author of The Zookeeper’s Wife
"As this magnificent book demonstrates, even on the printed page
John O’Donohue’s voice—so lyrical and eloquent, so profound and
impassioned—flashes vividly to life, beautifully capturing a
radiant soul filled with humor, compassion and utter
selflessness. Indeed, John not only brilliantly articulated the
magic and necessity of joy and gratitude, he ignited a sense of
genuine awe in every life he encountered, and he will undoubtedly
inspire future generations to learn how to infuse their own lives
with meaning and wonder.” —Andrew Carroll, New York Times
bestselling author and the cofounder, with the Nobel laureate
Joseph Brodsky, of the American Poetry & Literacy Project
“John Quinn’s self-effacing work as editor and broadcaster is
rightly renowned. Here he presents, for wider audiences, his
absorbing conversations with John O’Donohue’s glorious,
far-seeing, far-reaching spirit. Welcome to these luminous
encounters!” —Lelia Doolan, Irish activist in various fields
“In these conversations, John Donohue’s timely words feed the
deep spiritual hunger that creeps into our hearts as individuals
and our nation as a whole. He reframes the human story of fear,
aging, death, otherness and absence, reminding us that they are
all bound up in the mystery of wonder. O’Donohue lives on as a
prophetic and priestly presence for such a time as this.” —Rev.
Dr. Katharine Henderson, president of Auburn Seminary
“In each chapter the reader experiences a rich and exhilarating
new conversation. We witness a man whose intellect and life force
are in full bloom, deeply rooted in spirit, humor, curiosity and
compassion. John invites us to pause and reflect, challenging us
to reach beyondour well-trod and comfortable
assumptions.” —Richard Harrell, musician and educator at the
Juilliard School, San Francisco Conservatory, and Orfeo
Foundation
“Luminous! Walking in Wonder shines light on life’s dark
mysteries and offers sustenance for spiritual hunger. As you
confront the inevitable thresholds of loss, absence and aging,
this book will serve as a road to help you navigate with
grace, gratitude and a fearless heart. John O’Donohue’s elegant
words are a call to live with abundance, to look inward with
courage and to look outward with compassion. They are a reminder
to embrace the wild energy of your soul.” —Gina Vild, coauthor of
The Two Most Important Days: How to Find Your Purpose—and Live a
Happier, ier Life
“John O’Donohue’s ins in this new collection offer a glimpse
into the wonder and presence of knowing him. His signature themes
rooted in Celtic spirituality and contemplative exploration offer
bread crumbs on the path, encouraging us to embrace the beauty
and gift of each day.” —Davy Spillane, Grammy Award–winning
musician and composer at North Atlantic Music, Ireland
“This volume is a testament to the timelessness of John
O’Donohue’s wisdom. His words are not only inspirational to those
of us catalyzing substantive social change but compel us to
consider how we nurture, support and thrive amidst chaos.” —Rev.
Diane J. Johnson, PhD, national interfaith and social justice
activist, and founder and president of Meu Management
Consulting
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About the Author
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JOHN O'DONOHUE was a poet, philosopher and scholar, a
native Gaelic speaker from County Clare, Ireland. He was awarded
a PhD in Philosophical Theology from the University of Tübingen,
with post-doctoral study of Meister Eckhart. John's numerous
international best-selling books: Anam Cara, Beauty, Eternal
Echoes, and the beloved To Bless the Space Between Us, among many
others, guide readers through the landscape of the Irish
imagination.
JOHN QUINN is a former broadcaster with RTE Radio [Irish National
Radio]. An award-winning writer of children's fiction, he has
also authored/edited several other books including an adult
novel, two memoirs and a number of books based on his radio work,
notably Walking in Wonder. He lives
in County Galway, Ireland.
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