Oprah's Book Club chooses A New Earth and she joins the author Eckhart Tolle to teach a 10-week webcast series of classes on Oprah.com.
"Being able to share this material with you is a gift and a part of the fulfillment of my life's purpose," Oprah Winfrey said on Wednesday, January 30, 2008, as she revealed the 61st Oprah's Book Club selection, A New Earth by Eckhart Tolle. She added, "It was an awakening for me that I want for you, too."
For the first time ever, readers around the world will be able to participate in a free, live interactive classroom discussion led by Winfrey and Eckhart Tolle. Each weekly class will correspond to a chapter from the book A New Earth, with the discussion focusing on the chapter's themes. The 10 weekly sessions will be webcast every Monday night from March 3 through May 5 at 9/8c. To pre-register for the class, log onto www.oprah.com/anewearth.
Published in 2005, A New Earth encourages a collective sense of commitment to changing the way we live for people who want to make a difference. With the knowledge that we live in a time desperate for global change, the book by renowned spiritual teacher Tolle answers the question: What can one person do to enact that change? With clarity and in practical terms, he gently leads readers to a new level of consciousness, awakening them to their lives' purposes and inviting them to envision a new earth where peace and fellowship are the norm.
A New Earth is published internationally in the English language by Penguin Group, one of the world's premier global consumer trade book publishers. The 10-part interactive Web event is a pioneering venture that will have the potential to reach an unprecedented number of readers in all English-language territories far and wide. With key market positions in the United States, the United Kingdom, South Africa, Australia, Canada, India, China, New Zealand and Ireland, Penguin Group will be able to share this Oprah's Book Club selection with a worldwide audience.
John Makinson, Penguin Group Chairman and CEO, commented, "Penguin is one of the world's few truly global publishers, and all of us are honored to be working with Ms. Winfrey on this ground-breaking project. A New Earth is an unforgettable manifesto for a better way of life. Its message reaches across boundaries to illuminate and enrich the human spirit everywhere. Eckhart Tolle teaches us to change the way we view the world and make connections to each other."
Oprah's Book Club works with the American Library Association (ALA) to distribute thousands of free Book Club selections donated by each publisher to school, public and community college libraries nationwide. The Chicago-based ALA, www.ala.org, is the oldest and largest library association in the world with more than 64,000 members.
As the biggest book club in the world, Oprah's Book Club has approximately 1 million online members. Each of its selections have skyrocketed to the top of best-sellers lists. Enrollment is free and provides members with access to benefits such as online discussion groups, reading questions and Q&A sessions with the author. To join, log on to www.oprah.com/bookclub.
The Oprah Winfrey Show has remained the number one talk show for 21 consecutive seasons, winning every sweep since its debut in 1986.* It is produced in Chicago by Harpo Productions, Inc. and syndicated to 212 domestic markets by CBS Television Distribution Group and to 135 countries by CBS Paramount International Television.
Author Eckhart Tolle
Eckhart Tolle is a contemporary spiritual teacher who is not aligned with any particular religion or tradition. In his writing and seminars, he conveys a simple yet profound message with the timeless and uncomplicated clarity of the ancient spiritual masters: There is a way out of suffering and into peace. Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, he travels extensively, taking his teachings throughout the world.
Amazon's book description of A New Earth
A spiritual classic. A number-one New York Times bestseller. An international phenomenon. The Power of Now established Eckhart Tolle as one of today's leading spiritual thinkers. And now his long-awaited new book takes his inspiring message to the next level of understanding.
Comment and add to the story without registration, but keep the comments meaningful please. Links are not accepted.
Comments
#1 ECKHART TOLLE'S "A NEW EARTH- AWAKENING TO YOUR LIFE'S PURPOSE
I WATCHED THE OPRAH SHOW YESTERDAY AS OPRAH INVITED PEOPLE TO PARTICIPATE IN HER NEW CLASS ON ECKHART TOLLE'S NEW BOOK. I KNEW THAT GOD WOULD GUIDE ME TO REACH MY FULLEST POTENTIAL THIS YEAR AS, I HAVE NEVER PARTICIPATED IN ANYTHING LIKE THIS BEFORE AND HAVE NEVER EVEN GONE TO OPRAH.COM, EVEN THOUGH SHE IS MY FAVORITE TALK SHOW HOST.
I AM LOOKING FORWARD TO PARTICIPATING IN THIS CLASS.
#2 Your shows are saving my
Your shows are saving my life!
#3 Can't wait to start class!!!!
Can't wait to start class!!!!
#4 How do I sign up for your class?
I want to sign up for the class that Eric tolle is giving on his book thatstarts monday but I can't seem to find where to sign up. Can you help?
#5 Eric Tolle Book Review
I have heard very good remarks on the presentation and I would desire to listen in.
#6 Also looking forward to the class
I had a very similar experience. Heard about the book and web class on Oprah's show but never visited her site before. Something inside me just told me I needed to do this. So I logged on and signed up. There's an excitement and anticpation of something importanr about to happen. Looking forward to being a participant.
#7 Beware!! Anyone who thinks
Beware!! Anyone who thinks this horse manure is Christian needs to dust off his Bible and actually read it!!! This is the spewing of a counterfeit religion headed by the coming Antichrist with the spirit of Satan called the New Age Movement. The only way to salvation is by grace through faith in Jesus Christ. Do not let false prophets and their lying philosophies lead you to Hell!!!
#8 Beware!! Anyone who claims to think
I find the response of the extremely religions (re: brainwashed) typical of those that are afraid of anything that might challenge their beliefs. They can spout the scripture even though could not explain what it really means. The Christian community has spend centuries trying to bury (literally) anyone who would disagree with their chosen line of thinking. Inability to be flexible enough to consider other points of view (Islam, Bhudism, Tao, Shinto, athiesm, etc.) points to the 'us vs them' mentality ending in a "Christian" war. If this Christianity was so wonderful, why does it have go to war to prove itself? So I dismiss these religious zealots as war mongers and nothing else. Enlightenment allows other points of view to exist. No one has to be right or wrong, just there.
#9 truth
It's funny that we demand truth in nearly every area of our lives: We demand it from our doctor, our banker, our friends -- this list goes on and on. Yet in the area it matters most, our spirituality, we back off and say, "There is no truth" or "There are many truths." But someone has to be wrong! One person says "Jesus died to save us, and he is the way to God." Another says, "Follow Buddha to enlightenment." Well, how can they both be true!! I don't believe God ever meant Christianity to be just another religion. I believe he meant it to be accepted as the truth. Yes, there are bad Christians who give Christ a bad name. (Just as there are bad Hindus, Buddhists, etc.) That breaks my heart. Then again, it's just more reason to believe we all need a Savior. As a very new Christian who resisted Christ for 43 years, I now know that I am going with the guy who was raised from the dead. And anyone who steers us away from the only one who can really save us (Oprah or anyone else) isn't doing the world any favors at all. In fact they are leading others to death. Christ is Life. Everything else is shifting sand. Everything.
#10 you are the antichrist and
you are the antichrist and all religious nuts with no thoughts of their own are the antichrists..the sad thing is you'll never realize this b/c youre too warped and brainwashed to think for yourself..no go away
#11 help
I have difficulty reading, although I am a college graduate.
I have always had trouble with the letters moving around on the pirnted page, and changing shape.
Is the new earth book on tape adn how can i get a copy of the tape or compact disk?
Thank you
for your asistance.
#12 trouble reading
My son has the same problems with reading. He now wears special coloured glasses that help him a great deal. Checkout urlenes symdrome.
#13 Eckhart Tolle`s A new Earth-Awakening to your Life`s Purpose
I watched Oprah`s show yesterday twice, at different times. I am very anxious to participate in this , I have read Eckhart Tolles other book Stillness Speaks. Enjoyed it throughly. I wish it could be sooner I am so anxious and looking forward to this project. This is my first time to enter in anything like this. Thanks so much I feel this will help a lot of people myself included.
Laurette Rainville Ontario Canada
#14 Tolle's class starting March 3.
Are we Canadian's going to be able to access this class? I am having a hard time trying to find it on my computer............Thanks Elaine
#15 a new earth
i would like your help in understanding this book
#16 Turning your back on The God who blessed you.
Precious Lady, this book is a slap in the face of the great God of the universe. It leaves Him out as the source of our life, and credits man for his sucess. It is by the help of an all powerful God that we move and breathe, and have our focus. The countries who deny the true God are in great confusion, worshipping trees, cows, stones, and all sorts of images. Tnis is the direction in which you are sending civilazion with the study that leaves Him out. To me, the greatest deception in the book is the idea that there is no heaven, that we have heaven within us. It would be to the good of all to teach the scriptures as they are. The reason we are as confused as we are is that every one has added or taken away a bit of truth here and there so that we don't recognize what is the simple truth. I love you, and hope you will consider this thought.
Joe
#17 turning your back on the God who blessed you
Joe, I just wanted to say thank you for restoring my faith in people. I can not believ e how lost and gulible people are. Just because Oprah says it is ok they abandon all clear thought and deny the truth of Christ. This is what the Lord said when He talked about being deceived . Thanks for thinking this book through. I was just sure the whole world was totally mindless and just a product of Oprah Winfreys latest new age
gunk. It must be hard to be her and to keep up on the latest trend but to do this mind junk on people is so wrong. We just need to pray for her.
#18 a new Earth
I pray God will open you Oprah's eyes to what she is doing. She leading our World to the devil. The world has enought problems with out you adding to them. I pray people will speak out to their churches and tell how you are lost ,so that you will see the MERCY & GRACE of our LORD JESUS Christ the Salvation of the WORLD.
#19 Please answer, Joe
First of all, I have not read the book,so don't say that the book may have changed my opinion.(I only have a genarel idea, but a specific one)You are not one to say that civilization has gone into confusion. Has it become worse? Maybe. But you should not denounce people the way you are doing it. I'm geussing that you are christian, and that is not why I am not mad. It is because to me you seem like one of those hippocritical christians that take cover and make themselves seem that they are good because of the religion. What people sometimes don't notice is that while the religion may be holy and perfect, that doesn't mean the people who worship it are. Also what gets me mad is that you seem to read the bible and go to mass,but you don't carry out what was taught, which is the whole point. You make people who worship something else seem inferior, and make your religion seem the best. Don't forget that Jesus was a modest and humble person, he never made himself seem better on purpose like you have. And the whole point of religion is normally to carry out the actions of peace they give, not to make them seem better than others. If you think I am wrong, then "enlighten" me with what were my mistakes.
#20 Jesus was humble and
Jesus was humble and selfless which makes his words all the more significant when he said, "I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life. No man comes to the Father but by Me." Jesus states that He is the only way to God. Now what are you going to say about Him?
#21 Much Needed
Thanks Joe!
#22 Turning your back on God
Joe, Just wanted you to know I was going to download this book but after reading these clips, I won't do it, thank you so much. I have 100% faith in my God and I know he has a place for me in heaven. His Book tells me so and His Book is the longest lasting, most published book in the world and that is good enough for me. Thank again
#23 Very confused about "A New Earth"
I don't know where people come up with this stuff but I find the book very hard to grasp... It makes me think that whatever I do or think is wrong....
#24 a new earth
really looking forward to becoming a better person and being more aware of my actions .God bless
#25 I have to AGREE with Joe. I
I have to AGREE with Joe. I have done too much studying of the cults-When we start becoming our own little god then I feel life is worthless. Look how our country fell apart after prayer was taken out of the schools. Joe we don't need to worry about the other countries---we right here are doing the same thing and people are saying it is ok.
One who Cares
#26 Uhm, I don't think any
Uhm, I don't think any country "fell apart" when prayer was taken out of schools. They've all been pretty FUCKED for awhile now. Stop preaching.
#27 Wow,what an example you are
Wow,what an example you are of what is right and wrong. Hopefully you don't have children! This is suppose to be a clean website discussing the book not getting mad and being vulgar!
#28 First off you always use a
First off you always use a capital "G" for God.Prayer can not be taken out off the schools if you want to pray you may a teacher just can't lead you in prayer. If you feel that the country fell apart then you need to step up and do what you can if you are truly one who cares Bill
#29 Christian View
Thank you for your comments Joe. They were truly amazing. Oprah has been a role-model to me for most of my life and I hate to say it but after this book, I am very disappointed. I am just reminded that every human makes mistakes and popularizing this book is a mistake. It is good to know that there are still real Christians in this world that believe in the one and only God! God is so amazing and I want to always dedicate my life to him and know that he is my source of strength! Thank you for the insight! This book does not follow the Holy Bible and as Christians we are asked to read and study the Bible. It is part of being a Christian. We cannot get off track because the "world" tells us to.
#30 Athiest
Though I am an atheist, I still consider my personal growth as an important part of my life. I look forward to reading and studying the book, along with others. I am a humanist, and anything which will help me grow and learn, is a positive thing, and I am open to learning from others, even if those ppl are theists.