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The Five People You Meet in Heaven

by Mitch Albom
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The Five People You Meet in Heaven
The Five People You Meet in Heaven

The Five People You Meet In Heaven: Exploring Life's Meaning After Death.

This book could be a good read for anyone who is curious about the afterlife and the significance of their actions in the world. Through the protagonist's encounters with five people in heaven, the book delves into the profound questions of what our time on earth means and what we are meant to learn. It is a beautifully written and deeply moving exploration of life's purpose and the impact we have on others.

  • Lincoln Award Nominee (2008)
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ISBN: 9780751536140
Authors: Mitch Albom
Publisher: Sphere
Date of Publication: 2004-09-02
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Literary Fiction, Contemporary, Fantasy
Related Topics: Classics, Philosophy, Magical Realism, Retellings
Goodreads rating: 3.99
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The Five People You Meet In Heaven: Exploring Life's Meaning After Death.

This book could be a good read for anyone who is curious about the afterlife and the significance of their actions in the world. Through the protagonist's encounters with five people in heaven, the book delves into the profound questions of what our time on earth means and what we are meant to learn. It is a beautifully written and deeply moving exploration of life's purpose and the impact we have on others.

  • Lincoln Award Nominee (2008)
Note: While we do our best to ensure the accuracy of cover images, ISBNs may at times be reused for different editions of the same title which may hence appear as a different cover.

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