{"product_id":"messiahs-handbook","title":"Messiah's handbook by Richard Bach","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"212\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"179\" data-end=\"212\"\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"1021\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"214\" data-end=\"238\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"216\" data-end=\"236\"\u003eMessiah’s Handbook\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compact and contemplative collection of aphorisms and snippets drawn from Richard Bach’s broader body of work, including \u003cem data-start=\"365\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eIllusions\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"378\" data-end=\"407\"\u003eJonathan Livingston Seagull\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"414\"\u003eOne\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"416\" data-end=\"432\"\u003eOut of My Mind\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"438\" data-end=\"461\"\u003eThe Ferret Chronicles\u003c\/em\u003e. Presented as the real-life version of the fictional handbook carried by Donald Shimoda in \u003cem data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"564\"\u003eIllusions\u003c\/em\u003e, it’s designed to serve as a spiritual or philosophical oracle. Readers are encouraged to hold a question in mind, randomly open to a page—left or right—and read whatever appears. That page is meant to offer unexpected clarity or insight. With its concise, often profound prose and whimsical wisdom, the book functions like a modern-day I Ching or oracle, intended for reflection, daily inspiration, or gentle guidance.\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\" data-testid=\"webpage-citation-pill\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1028\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eAbout the Author \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1071\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eRichard David Bach\u003c\/strong\u003e (born June 23, 1936) is an American author known for weaving aviation, philosophy, and spirituality into his semi‑autobiographical storytelling. Best known for \u003cem data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1283\"\u003eJonathan Livingston Seagull\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1288\" data-end=\"1338\"\u003eIllusions: The Adventures of a Reluctant Messiah\u003c\/em\u003e, he has authored numerous bestsellers that blend narrative flair with metaphysical insight. Much of his work reflects his lifelong passion for flying, adopting it as a powerful metaphor for freedom, transformation, and the human spirit. Often exploring themes of personal transcendence, love, and choice, Bach’s writing invites readers to question perceived limitations and embrace a more conscious way of living.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Best of used books","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":44276625408257,"sku":"2NUIA9WXT-Used","price":150.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0421\/4299\/0495\/products\/Messiah_sHandbook.jpg?v=1757923846","url":"https:\/\/bestofusedbooks.com\/products\/messiahs-handbook","provider":"Best Of Used Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}