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The Glass Ball
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ISBN:
0-7414-1923-8
©2004
Price:
$17.95
Book Size:
5.5'' x 8.5''
, 323 pages
Category/Subject:
FICTION / Visionary & Metaphysical
The Glass Ball is a headlong journey into the depths of the human spirit, as one boy advances the spiritual evolution of humankind with the help of an unlikely trinity.
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Abstract:
Born at the turn of the Twentieth Century and orphaned at a young age, Timothy Collins discovers truth through the eyes of those he meets; a truth that opens him to the spirituality of the Great Manitou, a mighty hawk and a sentient glass ball that mysteriously collaborate to carry Timothy from abject poverty to undeniable wealth, but a man is judged by the decisions he makes, and Timothy’s journey rockets along an emotional rollercoaster of incredible success and utter despair - a journey that in the end realizes the power of a human spirit and its oneness with the Universe.
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Customer Reviews
 
There should be a Timothy.
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05/21/2004
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Reviewer:
Rene O'Deay
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Viva Giovanni’s debut novel, THE GLASS BALL, begins with the lure of sylvanite, that elusive ore that
carries gold. Caught in the web of that allure in Cripple Creek, Colorado, the Collins family begins the new
20th century with the birth of Timothy which almost costs his mother her life.
THE GLASS BALL, a magical sphere, has been sent like a guardian angel, to guide Timothy through the
hazards of his turbulent life. The crucible of the mountain mining town leaves the Collins family torn apart,
yet the Glass Ball and Timothy’s natural goodness guide him through the perils of destitution, the loss of
first his mother, then his father, the myriad faces of prejudice, and World War I.
His fortunes take a sudden turn, bringing riches and unexpected sorrows. Through it all he tries to make his
world a better place for other misfortunate and for the Colorado mountain lands he loves.
THE GLASS BALL is a heartwarming, inspiring story of one man’s life who overcame odds, and tried and
succeeded in making a difference. Let’s hope there really is more of those metaphysical GLASS BALLS.
Review by Rene' O’Deay, author of SUN CHILD, PRINCE OF EGYPT.
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This book makes you want to savor each word.
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06/13/2005
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Reviewer:
Margie Beus
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I started reading this book in the middle of the night, could not put it down. I was moved to tears. The characters were well developed, the book incorporated so much history and different beliefs and values. It reminded me of God Is An Englishman, but better! I definately want a sequel, I can hardly wait to see how the next holder of the Glass Ball uses this rare opprotunity. Years ago, I was a speed reader, but I stopped, so I could savor each word. This book will have you enjoying each word, yet wanting to know more. It is definately the best book I have read in a very long time. I am a book-hound so read a lot of books, but it is definately the best!
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