The beloved spiritual teacher and #1 New York Times bestselling book offer a current and moving reflection on the value of community and show how fostering connectivity may lead to more fulfilling lives. More Together Than Alone is both an uplifting manual and a poignant meditation that amply illustrates the value of community and why it is more important than ever in our lives.
From the development of education to the provision of clean drinking water and the preservation of the arts, Mark Nepo uses historical events, spiritual leaders, and the natural world to demonstrate how, in every age, we have a propensity to band together to achieve our greatest accomplishments.
From ancient times to modern examples, Nepo’s historical snapshots highlight how community can bring light to even the darkest moments and capture the essence of how we can come together in a variety of lovely ways, whether it was to rebuild after the nuclear destruction in Nagasaki or form resistance groups during the Holocaust.
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About the Author
MARK NEPO’s #1 New York Times book, The Book of Awakening, inspired and stirred readers and seekers worldwide. Mark is a beloved poet, educator, and storyteller who has been referred to as “an eloquent spiritual teacher,” “one of the finest spiritual guides of our time,” and “a consummate storyteller.
“His writings have been translated into over 20 languages, and his work is widely available and utilised by many. He is a best-selling author with 23 books published and 15 audio projects done. He received an AgeNation Life Achievement Award in 2015.
He was included in OWN’s SuperSoul 100, a group of inspirational individuals who use their voices and talents to better the world, and Watkins: Mind Body Spirit named him one of the 100 Most Spiritually Influential Living People in 2016. Additionally, Mark started writing columns for Spirituality & Health Magazine on a regular basis in 2017.
New and upcoming projects include The Book of Soul (St. Martin’s Essentials, 2020); Mark Nepo 2023 Wall Calendar: A Year of Awakening (Amber Lotus, June 30, 22); and Surviving Storms (St. Martin’s Essentials, September 6, 22). Drinking from the River of Light (Sounds True, 2019);
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The Book of Awakening, 20th Anniversary Edition (Red Wheel, 2020); Spirituality & Practice named More Together Than Alone (Atria, 2018) one of the Best Spiritual Books of 2018; Things That Join the Sea and the Sky (Sounds True, 2017) a Nautilus Book Award Winner; The Way Under the Way: The Place of True Meeting (Sounds True, 2016), a Nautilus Book Award Winner;
The One Life We’re Given (Atria), one of the Best Spiritual Books of 2016; Inside the Miracle (Sounds True), ranked among the top ten best books of 2015 by Spirituality & Health Magazine; The Endless Practice (Atria), ranked among the Best Spiritual Books of 2014; and Seven Thousand Ways to Listen (Atria), a 2012 Books for a Better Life Award winner.
In 2014, Mark participated in Oprah Winfrey’s The Life You Want Tour and has made many appearances alongside Oprah on her Super Soul Sunday show on OWN TV. Robin Roberts has interviewed him on Good Morning America as well.
Spirituality & Practice named The Exquisite Risk “one of the best books we’ve ever read on what it takes to live an authentic life” and included it in their list of the greatest Spiritual Books of 2005. Mark focuses his writing and teaching on the path of partnership and self-transformation.
Review
“More Together than Alone is a masterfully written, heartfelt message that calls out to us that we are a single, interconnected, living community that transcends time and location. This book addresses the most pressing issue of our day by interlacing thoughts and anecdotes.
It is such a complex book with so many stories from different eras and so much to think about that a few words of praise don’t seem enough. The message that Mark Nepo conveys is essential to human history, but it is particularly required at this point in our common future. In Spiritual Ecology, the Cry of the Earth, Lewellyn Vaughan-Lee, Ph.D.
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There is nothing more needed in our day and age than a book on the strength and potential of community, one that is based on the idea that we are all connected, whether we realise it or not. And who better to appeal for unity than a talented poet and philosopher who has dedicated his life to “stitching the world together”?
“In this stunning collection of meditations, Mark Nepo brings us full circle to a timeless truth: We have to love one another or die. Despite the loud clamour of hate, he demonstrates how we must preserve the literacy of the heart, just as mediaeval monks did during the dark ages.
More Together Than Alone is mandatory reading for this crucial assignment. — Sikh activist Valarie Kaur, who founded the Revolutionary Love Project
In a time of racial division, school shootings, and global strife, this book’s message about the need for togetherness is relevant, and its illustrations of human kindness and solidarity are frequently consoling. The Publisher’s Weekly
Short, upbeat motivational speeches with the overarching theme: We can all get along. Readers who need a little motivation will find this book enjoyable. ― Kirkus Reviews
“A poignant and timely meditation on the importance of community and demonstrates how we live more enriching lives by cultivating connectedness.” Issue of Elevated Existence
“A timely reflection on the importance of community and how we can deepen our sense of togetherness to improve both our individual lives and the world.” Succeed Worldwide
“Poet and spiritual writer Mark Nepo, one of our Living Spiritual Teachers, brings to this masterwork on community his skills of observation, his ability to reflect in universal terms, and his personal openness to the many ways people approach their life together.” Religion and Practice
“More Together Than Alone is not a business book, but any person, in any business, can heed Mark Nepo’s call.” — Anthony Salvanto, Where Did You Get This Number?
“Mark Nepo’s poet’s heart and compassion have been used to write a manual for our complex, divisive times… The blend of inspiration and pragmatism gives people praise for this lovely book and hope for the future of our planet. Awakening of the Soul, Journal of Light of Consciousness.
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Summary
This book is reliable since every word has been put to the test in the fire. Please read this book, absorb Mark Nepo’s lessons, and contribute to restoring trust in our broken world. — On the Brink of Everything, Let Your Life Speak, and The Courage to Teach, written by Parker J. Palmer
Even if we can connect with everyone in our digital era, we may not be really connected in the ways that are most important. One of the most powerful examples of how community can make our lives happier, healthier, and more satisfying is More Together Than Alone.
Not only has Mark Nepo provided us with a much-needed message of inspiration and optimism, but he has also delivered a useful manual on how we might work together to create a better tomorrow. — Arianna Huffington, founder of Huffington Post and CEO of Thrive Global.